HPA-016vsGalena

HPA-016 and Galena are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

HPA-016

Aroma

Alpha acid

15.7–18.7%

Beta acid

5.9–9%

Total oil

1.7–1.9 mL

Australia

Galena

Aroma

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 HPA-016

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering

When to pick Galena

  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Fruity

Only in HPA-016

MandarinCitrusPine

Only in Galena

PearPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberrySpicyWoody

Property

PropertyHPA-016Galena
Alpha acid15.7–18.7%12–15.5%
Beta acid5.9–9%7.2–8.7%
Co-humulone33–37%36–40%
Total oil1.7–1.9 mL0.9–2.1 mL
Myrcene35–49%40–50%
Humulene0–2%11–17%
Caryophyllene6–12%5–9%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginAustraliaUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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