GalenavsSouthern Passion
Galena and Southern Passion are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Galena
Alpha acid
12–15.5%
Beta acid
7.2–8.7%
Total oil
0.9–2.1 mL
United States
Southern Passion
Alpha acid
11–14.2%
Beta acid
4.9–8%
Total oil
0.7–1.3 mL
South Africa
Key differences
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Southern Passion
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Galena
FruityPearPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberrySpicyWoody
Only in Southern Passion
Passion fruitGuavaFloralCoconutRedberryMelonGuava
Property
| Property | Galena | Southern Passion |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15.5% | 11–14.2% |
| Beta acid | 7.2–8.7% | 4.9–8% |
| Co-humulone | 36–40% | 16–26% |
| Total oil | 0.9–2.1 mL | 0.7–1.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 20–55% |
| Humulene | 11–17% | 14–36% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 8–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 1–3% |
| Origin | United States | South Africa |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |