Galena
Alpha acid
12–15.5%
Beta acid
7.2–8.7%
Total oil
0.9–2.1 mL
United States
Stirling
Alpha acid
6–12%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1.3–1.9 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Stirling
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Galena
FruityPearPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberryWoody
Only in Stirling
HerbalCitusFloral
Property
| Property | Galena | Stirling |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15.5% | 6–12% |
| Beta acid | 7.2–8.7% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 36–40% | 21–28% |
| Total oil | 0.9–2.1 mL | 1.3–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 44–48% |
| Humulene | 11–17% | 19–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 11–17% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |