Lemondrop
Alpha acid
5–7%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
0.8–2 mL
United States
Galaxy
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
5–9%
Total oil
1.8–5 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Lemondrop
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Galaxy
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Lemondrop
LemonFloralMintGreenMelon
Only in Galaxy
Passion fruitPeachPineappleTropicalCannabisDank
Property
| Property | Lemondrop | Galaxy |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–7% | 11–16% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 5–9% |
| Co-humulone | 28–34% | 32–42% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2 mL | 1.8–5 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–47% | 33–69% |
| Humulene | 56–58% | 1–2% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–10% | 7–13% |
| Farnesene | 6–7% | 3–5% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |