Wakatu
Alpha acid
6.5–8.5%
Beta acid
8–8.5%
Total oil
0.9–1.2 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 Wakatu
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Lime
Only in Wakatu
FloralTropicalZest
Only in Galena
FruityPearPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitGooseberrySpicyWoody
Property
| Property | Wakatu | Galena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.5–8.5% | 12–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 8–8.5% | 7.2–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | 28–30% | 36–40% |
| Total oil | 0.9–1.2 mL | 0.9–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–36% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 16–17% | 11–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–9% | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | 6–7% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |