WillamettevsGalena
Willamette (dual purpose) and Galena (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Willamette
Alpha acid
4–7.2%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
0.6–1.6 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 Willamette
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- 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 Willamette
CitrusIncenseElderberryCaramelCurryFloral
Only in Galena
FruityPearPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberrySpicyWoody
Property
| Property | Willamette | Galena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–7.2% | 12–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.5% | 7.2–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 36–40% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.6 mL | 0.9–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–40% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 20–27% | 11–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–8% | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | 5–6% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding