GalenavsStyrian Cardinal
Galena and Styrian Cardinal 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
Styrian Cardinal
Alpha acid
8–15%
Beta acid
3.2–4.6%
Total oil
3–4 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Styrian Cardinal
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineappleLimeGooseberry
Only in Galena
FruityPearBlack currantGrapefruitSpicyWoody
Only in Styrian Cardinal
CitrusOrangeJasmineGuava
Property
| Property | Galena | Styrian Cardinal |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15.5% | 8–15% |
| Beta acid | 7.2–8.7% | 3.2–4.6% |
| Co-humulone | 36–40% | 31–37% |
| Total oil | 0.9–2.1 mL | 3–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 11–17% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 8–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 5–7% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |