SatusvsGalena

Satus (bittering) and Galena (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Satus

Bittering

Alpha acid

12–14.5%

Beta acid

8.5–9%

Total oil

1.5–2.8 mL

United States

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 Satus

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

When to pick Galena

  • 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 Satus

CitrusClean

Only in Galena

FruityPearPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberrySpicyWoody

Property

PropertySatusGalena
Alpha acid12–14.5%12–15.5%
Beta acid8.5–9%7.2–8.7%
Co-humulone32–35%36–40%
Total oil1.5–2.8 mL0.9–2.1 mL
Myrcene40–45%40–50%
Humulene15–20%11–17%
Caryophyllene7–10%5–9%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeBitteringAroma

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