Galena
Alpha acid
12–15.5%
Beta acid
7.2–8.7%
Total oil
0.9–2.1 mL
United States
Sovereign
Alpha acid
4.5–6.5%
Beta acid
2.1–3.1%
Total oil
0.6–1 mL
United Kingdom
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 Sovereign
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FruityPear
Only in Galena
PineappleBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberrySpicyWoody
Only in Sovereign
MintFloralGrassyHerbal
Property
| Property | Galena | Sovereign |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15.5% | 4.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 7.2–8.7% | 2.1–3.1% |
| Co-humulone | 36–40% | 26–30% |
| Total oil | 0.9–2.1 mL | 0.6–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 20–31% |
| Humulene | 11–17% | 20–27% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 7–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 3–4% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |