Minstrel
Alpha acid
5–7%
Beta acid
3–3.5%
Total oil
0.5–0.7 mL
United Kingdom
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 Minstrel
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Galena
- 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
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Minstrel
HerbalBerryOrange
Only in Galena
FruityPearPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberryWoody
Property
| Property | Minstrel | Galena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–7% | 12–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–3.5% | 7.2–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | 22–26% | 36–40% |
| Total oil | 0.5–0.7 mL | 0.9–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 22–25% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 1–4% | 11–17% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | 7–9% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |