Lambic
Alpha acid
1–2%
Beta acid
2.8–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.2 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 Lambic
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
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyWoody
Only in Lambic
Grassy
Only in Galena
FruityPearPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberry
Property
| Property | Lambic | Galena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 1–2% | 12–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.8–5% | 7.2–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | 29–35% | 36–40% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.2 mL | 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 |
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