GalenavsTsingdao Flower
Galena (aroma) and Tsingdao Flower (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
Tsingdao Flower
Alpha acid
6–8%
Beta acid
3–4.2%
Total oil
0.4–0.8 mL
China
Key differences
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Tsingdao Flower
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Galena
FruityPearPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberrySpicyWoody
Only in Tsingdao Flower
EarthyLemonMelonCitrus
Property
| Property | Galena | Tsingdao Flower |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15.5% | 6–8% |
| Beta acid | 7.2–8.7% | 3–4.2% |
| Co-humulone | 36–40% | 35% |
| Total oil | 0.9–2.1 mL | 0.4–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | - |
| Humulene | 11–17% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | China |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |