OmegavsSuper Galena
Omega (aroma) and Super Galena (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Omega
Alpha acid
9–10%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
-
United Kingdom
Super Galena
Alpha acid
13–16%
Beta acid
8–10%
Total oil
0.8–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Omega
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Super Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Omega
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Only in Super Galena
GrassySpicyPearPineappleGrapefruitGooseberryHoneyJuniper
Property
| Property | Omega | Super Galena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–10% | 13–16% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 8–10% |
| Co-humulone | 29% | 35–40% |
| Total oil | - | 0.8–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 52–54% | 45–60% |
| Humulene | 16–18% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |