GalenavsTalus

Galena and Talus are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Galena

Aroma

Alpha acid

12–15.5%

Beta acid

7.2–8.7%

Total oil

0.9–2.1 mL

United States

Talus

Aroma

Alpha acid

8.1–9.5%

Beta acid

8.3–10.2%

Total oil

1–2.7 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Galena

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering

When to pick Talus

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

GrapefruitWoody

Only in Galena

FruityPearPineappleBlack currantLimeGooseberrySpicy

Only in Talus

CitrusRosePineResinTropicalSagePotpourriFloralCreamStone fruit

Property

PropertyGalenaTalus
Alpha acid12–15.5%8.1–9.5%
Beta acid7.2–8.7%8.3–10.2%
Co-humulone36–40%34–39%
Total oil0.9–2.1 mL1–2.7 mL
Myrcene40–50%40–50%
Humulene11–17%16–21%
Caryophyllene5–9%9–13%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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