Pilgrim
Alpha acid
9–13%
Beta acid
4.2–5.5%
Total oil
1–1.8 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 Pilgrim
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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
FruitySpicyGrapefruitPear
Only in Pilgrim
LemonCitrusBerry
Only in Galena
PineappleBlack currantLimeGooseberryWoody
Property
| Property | Pilgrim | Galena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–13% | 12–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.2–5.5% | 7.2–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | 36–38% | 36–40% |
| Total oil | 1–1.8 mL | 0.9–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–35% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 21–25% | 11–17% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |