Vista
Alpha acid
8–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
0.8–2.2 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 Vista
- 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
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Pear
Only in Vista
TropicalTangerineMelonGreenCitrusSweetFloral
Only in Galena
FruityPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberrySpicyWoody
Property
| Property | Vista | Galena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–12% | 12–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 7.2–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | 29–31% | 36–40% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.2 mL | 0.9–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–40% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 18–22% | 11–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–14% | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |