Sequoia BlendvsGalena
Sequoia Blend and Galena are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Sequoia Blend
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
United States
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 Sequoia Blend
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Pineapple
Only in Sequoia Blend
MangoPine
Only in Galena
FruityPearBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberrySpicyWoody
Property
| Property | Sequoia Blend | Galena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–12% | 12–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 7.2–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | 28–32% | 36–40% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.5 mL | 0.9–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | - | 11–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | 12–20% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |