Harlequin
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
1–1.6 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 Harlequin
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Pineapple
Only in Harlequin
Passion fruitPeach
Only in Galena
FruityPearBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberrySpicyWoody
Property
| Property | Harlequin | Galena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–12% | 12–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 7–9% | 7.2–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | 27–31% | 36–40% |
| Total oil | 1–1.6 mL | 0.9–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 59–61% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 4–6% | 11–17% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | 9–11% | 0–1% |
| Origin | UK | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |