Zenia
Alpha acid
11–14%
Beta acid
4.4–5.1%
Total oil
0.7–2.5 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 Zenia
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Fruity
Only in Zenia
DankResinOrangeOnionCitrusPineMarmaladeGarlic
Only in Galena
PearPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberrySpicyWoody
Property
| Property | Zenia | Galena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–14% | 12–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.4–5.1% | 7.2–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | - | 36–40% |
| Total oil | 0.7–2.5 mL | 0.9–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 40–50% |
| Humulene | - | 11–17% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |