HORT9909
Alpha acid
6–10%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
-
New Zealand
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 HORT9909
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
LimeSpicyBlack currant
Only in HORT9909
HaySweetCitrusLemonNoblePine
Only in Galena
FruityPearPineappleGrapefruitGooseberryWoody
Property
| Property | HORT9909 | Galena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–10% | 12–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 7.2–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | 27–29% | 36–40% |
| Total oil | - | 0.9–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 49–51% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 11–13% | 11–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–5% | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |