HBC 472
Alpha acid
7–12%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
1.3–3 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 HBC 472
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
WoodyFruityGrapefruit
Only in HBC 472
EarthyFloralCoconutCitrusWhiskey
Only in Galena
PearPineappleBlack currantLimeGooseberrySpicy
Property
| Property | HBC 472 | Galena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–12% | 12–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 7–9% | 7.2–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | 40–45% | 36–40% |
| Total oil | 1.3–3 mL | 0.9–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 0.5–2% | 11–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 26–32% | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | 3–6% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |