GalenavsZamba Blend
Galena and Zamba Blend are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Galena
Alpha acid
12–15.5%
Beta acid
7.2–8.7%
Total oil
0.9–2.1 mL
United States
Zamba Blend
Alpha acid
8–12%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Zamba Blend
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Pineapple
Only in Galena
FruityPearBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberrySpicyWoody
Only in Zamba Blend
MangoStone fruitOrangeTangerine
Property
| Property | Galena | Zamba Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15.5% | 8–12% |
| Beta acid | 7.2–8.7% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 36–40% | 28–32% |
| Total oil | 0.9–2.1 mL | 1.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 60–70% |
| Humulene | 11–17% | 9–13% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 1–4% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |