USDA 008
Alpha acid
10.1–11.1%
Beta acid
2.7–3.3%
Total oil
1.6–1.7 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 USDA 008
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in USDA 008
FloralCitrusSweetPeachMangoStone fruit
Only in Galena
FruityPearPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberrySpicyWoody
Property
| Property | USDA 008 | Galena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10.1–11.1% | 12–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.7–3.3% | 7.2–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | 25–26% | 36–40% |
| Total oil | 1.6–1.7 mL | 0.9–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 6–7% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 48–49% | 11–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 16–17% | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |