Galena
Alpha acid
12–15.5%
Beta acid
7.2–8.7%
Total oil
0.9–2.1 mL
United States
Vital
Alpha acid
9–16%
Beta acid
6–11%
Total oil
1.1–2.5 mL
Czech Republic
Key differences
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Vital
- 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
Spicy
Only in Galena
FruityPearPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberryWoody
Only in Vital
PlumLavenderLicorice
Property
| Property | Galena | Vital |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15.5% | 9–16% |
| Beta acid | 7.2–8.7% | 6–11% |
| Co-humulone | 36–40% | 21–26% |
| Total oil | 0.9–2.1 mL | 1.1–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 40–60% |
| Humulene | 11–17% | 2–5% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 1–3% |
| Origin | United States | Czech Republic |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |