PilgrimvsSuper Galena
Pilgrim (dual purpose) and Super Galena (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Pilgrim
Alpha acid
9–13%
Beta acid
4.2–5.5%
Total oil
1–1.8 mL
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 Pilgrim
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Super Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyGrapefruitPear
Only in Pilgrim
FruityLemonCitrusBerry
Only in Super Galena
GrassyPineappleGooseberryHoneyJuniper
Property
| Property | Pilgrim | Super Galena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–13% | 13–16% |
| Beta acid | 4.2–5.5% | 8–10% |
| Co-humulone | 36–38% | 35–40% |
| Total oil | 1–1.8 mL | 0.8–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–35% | 45–60% |
| Humulene | 21–25% | - |
| Caryophyllene | - | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |