Sládek
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4–11%
Total oil
0.8–2 mL
Czech Republic
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 Sládek
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FruityGrapefruit
Only in Sládek
NoblePeachPassion fruit
Only in Galena
PearPineappleBlack currantLimeGooseberrySpicyWoody
Property
| Property | Sládek | Galena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–9% | 12–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–11% | 7.2–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | 23–40% | 36–40% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2 mL | 0.9–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–50% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 20–40% | 11–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–14% | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Czech Republic | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |