PuławskivsGalena

Puławski (dual purpose) and Galena (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Puławski

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8–11%

Beta acid

3–4%

Total oil

-

Poland

Galena

Aroma

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 Puławski

  • 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

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Puławski

WhiteSpiceClovePapayaLemonHerbal

Only in Galena

FruityPearPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberrySpicyWoody

Property

PropertyPuławskiGalena
Alpha acid8–11%12–15.5%
Beta acid3–4%7.2–8.7%
Co-humulone26–30%36–40%
Total oil-0.9–2.1 mL
Myrcene38–39%40–50%
Humulene24–25%11–17%
Caryophyllene11–13%5–9%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginPolandUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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