Pacific SunrisevsGalena
Pacific Sunrise (bittering) and Galena (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Pacific Sunrise
Alpha acid
12.5–14.5%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
New Zealand
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 Pacific Sunrise
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- 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
Woody
Only in Pacific Sunrise
PineLemonOrangeMangoMelonFloral
Only in Galena
FruityPearPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberrySpicy
Property
| Property | Pacific Sunrise | Galena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12.5–14.5% | 12–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 5–7% | 7.2–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | 27–30% | 36–40% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.5 mL | 0.9–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 20–24% | 11–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |