Glacier
Alpha acid
3.3–9.7%
Beta acid
5.4–10%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Galena
Alpha acid
12–15.5%
Beta acid
7.2–8.7%
Total oil
0.9–2.1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Glacier
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
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
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Woody
Only in Glacier
PlumBlackberryCedar
Only in Galena
FruityPearPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberrySpicy
Property
| Property | Glacier | Galena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.3–9.7% | 12–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 5.4–10% | 7.2–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | 11–16% | 36–40% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 0.9–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | 11–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding