Galena
Alpha acid
12–15.5%
Beta acid
7.2–8.7%
Total oil
0.9–2.1 mL
United States
Wakatu
Alpha acid
6.5–8.5%
Beta acid
8–8.5%
Total oil
0.9–1.2 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Wakatu
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Lime
Only in Galena
FruityPearPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitGooseberrySpicyWoody
Only in Wakatu
FloralTropicalZest
Property
| Property | Galena | Wakatu |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15.5% | 6.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 7.2–8.7% | 8–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 36–40% | 28–30% |
| Total oil | 0.9–2.1 mL | 0.9–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 35–36% |
| Humulene | 11–17% | 16–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 8–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–7% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |