GalenavsStrisselspalt
Galena and Strisselspalt 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
Strisselspalt
Alpha acid
1–4%
Beta acid
3–6%
Total oil
0.6–0.8 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Strisselspalt
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Galena
FruityPearPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberryWoody
Only in Strisselspalt
FloralCitrusHerbal
Property
| Property | Galena | Strisselspalt |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15.5% | 1–4% |
| Beta acid | 7.2–8.7% | 3–6% |
| Co-humulone | 36–40% | 20–27% |
| Total oil | 0.9–2.1 mL | 0.6–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 35–52% |
| Humulene | 11–17% | 13–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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