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Galena Hops
Galena is a classic American high-alpha hop developed by the USDA breeding program in Idaho and released in 1978. Known for its clean and mellow bitterness, Galena also imparts fruity and spicy aromas, making it a versatile choice for a variety of beer styles.
Galena Hops Overview
- Flavors: Black currant, grapefruit, lime, pineapple, pear, spicy wood
- Primary Usage: Bittering (early kettle additions)
- Best Beer Styles: IPA, Pale Ale, Porter, Stout, ESB, Bitter
- Similar Varieties: Nugget, Columbus, Brewer's Gold, Cluster
Background
Galena was bred from Brewer's Gold through open pollination, aiming to produce a high-alpha hop with a pleasant aroma profile. Its strong bittering potential and agreeable flavor have made it a staple in both commercial and homebrewing settings.
Galena Hop Analysis
| Alpha Acids | 11.5 – 15.0% |
| Beta Acids | 7.2 – 9.0% |
| Cohumulone | 34 – 40% of alpha acids |
| Total Oil Content | 1.0 – 2.1 mL/100g |
| Myrcene | 40 – 60% |
| Humulene | 10 – 17% |
| Caryophyllene | 3 – 9% |
| Farnesene | <1% |
| Linalool | 0.1 – 0.3% |
| Geraniol | 0.5 – 0.8% |
| β-Pinene | 0.4 – 0.9% |
