Hydra
Alpha acid
10.5–13.7%
Beta acid
6.4–7.9%
Total oil
-
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 Hydra
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Lime
Only in Hydra
CitrusTangerineMandarinZestResinBerryPeachWatermelonRoseApricotTropical
Only in Galena
FruityPearPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitGooseberrySpicyWoody
Property
| Property | Hydra | Galena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10.5–13.7% | 12–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 6.4–7.9% | 7.2–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | 27–28% | 36–40% |
| Total oil | - | 0.9–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 54–55% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 11–12% | 11–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–9% | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |