GalenavsSultana (Denali)
Galena (aroma) and Sultana (Denali) (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Galena
Alpha acid
12–15.5%
Beta acid
7.2–8.7%
Total oil
0.9–2.1 mL
United States
Sultana (Denali)
Alpha acid
13–16%
Beta acid
3.5–7%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Galena
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Sultana (Denali)
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineappleSpicy
Only in Galena
FruityPearBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberryWoody
Only in Sultana (Denali)
CitrusPineLemonTropical
Property
| Property | Galena | Sultana (Denali) |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15.5% | 13–16% |
| Beta acid | 7.2–8.7% | 3.5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 36–40% | 22–26% |
| Total oil | 0.9–2.1 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 54–55% |
| Humulene | 11–17% | 15–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |