MouterevsGalaxy

Moutere and Galaxy are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Moutere

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

17.5–19.5%

Beta acid

8–10%

Total oil

1.5–1.9 mL

New Zealand

Galaxy

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

11–16%

Beta acid

5–9%

Total oil

1.8–5 mL

Australia

Key differences

When to pick Moutere

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

When to pick Galaxy

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

TropicalPassion fruit

Only in Moutere

GrapefruitHayEarthyPine

Only in Galaxy

CitrusPeachPineappleCannabisDank

Property

PropertyMoutereGalaxy
Alpha acid17.5–19.5%11–16%
Beta acid8–10%5–9%
Co-humulone24–28%32–42%
Total oil1.5–1.9 mL1.8–5 mL
Myrcene22–23%33–69%
Humulene15–16%1–2%
Caryophyllene5–6%7–13%
Farnesene0–1%3–5%
OriginNew ZealandAustralia
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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