IndependencevsGalena
Independence and Galena are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Independence
Alpha acid
4.7%
Beta acid
1.5%
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 Independence
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Independence
FloralCitrusStone fruitHerbalTobaccoEarthyPineGrassy
Only in Galena
FruityPearPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberrySpicyWoody
Property
| Property | Independence | Galena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.7% | 12–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 1.5% | 7.2–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | 20–21% | 36–40% |
| Total oil | - | 0.9–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 40–50% |
| Humulene | - | 11–17% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |