MillenniumvsGalena
Millennium (bittering) and Galena (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Millennium
Alpha acid
14.5–18.5%
Beta acid
4.3–6.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 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 Millennium
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Galena
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Pear
Only in Millennium
ToffeeFloralResinHerbal
Only in Galena
FruityPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberrySpicyWoody
Property
| Property | Millennium | Galena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14.5–18.5% | 12–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.3–6.5% | 7.2–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 36–40% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 0.9–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–55% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 15–25% | 11–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |