Topaz
Alpha acid
13.7–20.1%
Beta acid
4.9–7.9%
Total oil
1.3–2.2 mL
Australia
Galaxy
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
5–9%
Total oil
1.8–5 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Topaz
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
When to pick Galaxy
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
TropicalPassion fruit
Only in Topaz
LycheeCloveResinGrassyPine
Only in Galaxy
CitrusPeachPineappleCannabisDank
Property
| Property | Topaz | Galaxy |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.7–20.1% | 11–16% |
| Beta acid | 4.9–7.9% | 5–9% |
| Co-humulone | 47–53% | 32–42% |
| Total oil | 1.3–2.2 mL | 1.8–5 mL |
| Myrcene | 18–56% | 33–69% |
| Humulene | 8–16% | 1–2% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–13% | 7–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 3–5% |
| Origin | Australia | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Amarillo
Rakau