Godiva
Alpha acid
6–9%
Beta acid
1.9–3%
Total oil
0.4–0.8 mL
UK
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 Godiva
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyGooseberry
Only in Godiva
TangerineWhite
Only in Galena
FruityPearPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitLimeWoody
Property
| Property | Godiva | Galena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–9% | 12–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 1.9–3% | 7.2–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | 25–29% | 36–40% |
| Total oil | 0.4–0.8 mL | 0.9–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 40–50% |
| Humulene | - | 11–17% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | UK | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Hallertau Blanc