Southern AromavsGalena
Southern Aroma and Galena are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Southern Aroma
Alpha acid
3.6–7.3%
Beta acid
5.4–6%
Total oil
0.6–0.8 mL
South Africa
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 Southern Aroma
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
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Black currant
Only in Southern Aroma
FloralHayHerbalStrawNoble
Only in Galena
FruityPearPineappleGrapefruitLimeGooseberrySpicyWoody
Property
| Property | Southern Aroma | Galena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.6–7.3% | 12–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 5.4–6% | 7.2–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | 19–25% | 36–40% |
| Total oil | 0.6–0.8 mL | 0.9–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 17–28% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 22–23% | 11–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 13–15% | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | South Africa | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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