StratavsGalaxy

Strata and Galaxy are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Strata

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

11–12.5%

Beta acid

5–7%

Total oil

2.3–3.5 mL

United States

Galaxy

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

11–16%

Beta acid

5–9%

Total oil

1.8–5 mL

Australia

Key differences

When to pick Strata

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

When to pick Galaxy

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

CannabisPassion fruitDank

Only in Strata

GrapefruitStrawberryMusty

Only in Galaxy

CitrusPeachPineappleTropical

Property

PropertyStrataGalaxy
Alpha acid11–12.5%11–16%
Beta acid5–7%5–9%
Co-humulone21%32–42%
Total oil2.3–3.5 mL1.8–5 mL
Myrcene52–65%33–69%
Humulene22–30%1–2%
Caryophyllene5–13%7–13%
Farnesene0–1%3–5%
OriginUnited StatesAustralia
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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