Waimea
Alpha acid
14.5–19%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
1.8–2.3 mL
New Zealand
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 Waimea
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Galena
- 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 Waimea
PineCitrusMandarinHerbalTangerine
Only in Galena
FruityPearPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberrySpicyWoody
Property
| Property | Waimea | Galena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14.5–19% | 12–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 7–9% | 7.2–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 36–40% |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.3 mL | 0.9–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 59–61% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 9–10% | 11–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–3% | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | 4–6% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |