Hallertau BlancvsGalena
Hallertau Blanc and Galena are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Hallertau Blanc
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
4–7%
Total oil
0.8–2.2 mL
Germany
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 Hallertau Blanc
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineappleGooseberry
Only in Hallertau Blanc
WhiteGrapesLemongrassPassion fruitCleanSauvignon
Only in Galena
FruityPearBlack currantGrapefruitLimeSpicyWoody
Property
| Property | Hallertau Blanc | Galena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–12% | 12–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–7% | 7.2–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | 22–35% | 36–40% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.2 mL | 0.9–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–75% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 0–3% | 11–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 0–2% | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Enigma
Nelson Sauvin