Super GalenavsGalena
Super Galena (bittering) and Galena (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Super Galena
Alpha acid
13–16%
Beta acid
8–10%
Total oil
0.8–2.5 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 Super Galena
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Galena
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyPearPineappleGrapefruitGooseberry
Only in Super Galena
GrassyHoneyJuniper
Only in Galena
FruityBlack currantLimeWoody
Property
| Property | Super Galena | Galena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–16% | 12–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 8–10% | 7.2–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | 35–40% | 36–40% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.5 mL | 0.9–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–60% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | - | 11–17% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |