GalenavsTriplePearl
Galena (aroma) and TriplePearl (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
TriplePearl
Alpha acid
10–11.2%
Beta acid
3.3–4.2%
Total oil
0.8–1.8 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
When to pick TriplePearl
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Black currantSpicy
Only in Galena
FruityPearPineappleGrapefruitLimeGooseberryWoody
Only in TriplePearl
OrangeCitrusZestMelonResinSandalwoodCedarFloral
Property
| Property | Galena | TriplePearl |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15.5% | 10–11.2% |
| Beta acid | 7.2–8.7% | 3.3–4.2% |
| Co-humulone | 36–40% | 21–55% |
| Total oil | 0.9–2.1 mL | 0.8–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 39–55% |
| Humulene | 11–17% | 7–11% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 3–5% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |