Wild LoyalistvsGalena
Wild Loyalist and Galena are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Wild Loyalist
Alpha acid
3.7–5.6%
Beta acid
4.7–6.7%
Total oil
-
Canada
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 Wild Loyalist
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Wild Loyalist
HerbalEarthyFloralNoble
Only in Galena
FruityPearPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberryWoody
Property
| Property | Wild Loyalist | Galena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.7–5.6% | 12–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.7–6.7% | 7.2–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | - | 36–40% |
| Total oil | - | 0.9–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 40–50% |
| Humulene | - | 11–17% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Canada | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Styrian Golding