Melba
Alpha acid
7–10%
Beta acid
2.5–5%
Total oil
2–4 mL
Australia
Galaxy
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
5–9%
Total oil
1.8–5 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Melba
- 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
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Passion fruitCitrus
Only in Melba
GrapefruitSpicy
Only in Galaxy
PeachPineappleTropicalCannabisDank
Property
| Property | Melba | Galaxy |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–10% | 11–16% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–5% | 5–9% |
| Co-humulone | 25–35% | 32–42% |
| Total oil | 2–4 mL | 1.8–5 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 33–69% |
| Humulene | - | 1–2% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 7–13% |
| Farnesene | - | 3–5% |
| Origin | Australia | Australia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Amarillo