Galaxy
Alpha Acids (%)
11.0 - 16.0
Description
This Australian hop is noted for imparting passionfruit, peach, and citrus flavors. Galaxy is a fairly new variety derived from Perle and an Australian high alpha-acid variety. It is generally used for late additions to capture its interesting aromas and flavors. Galaxy has very high essential oil content.
Possible Substitutes
Chemical Composition
Alpha Acids: | 11.0 - 16.0 | % |
Beta Acids: | 5.0 - 6.9 | % |
Alpha:Beta Ratio: | 2.1 | |
Cohumulone: | 32 - 42 | (% alpha-acids) |
Essential Oils: | 3.0 - 5.0 | (mL/100g) |
Myrcene: | 33 - 69 | (% essential oils) |
Caryophyllene: | 7 - 9 | (% essential oils) |
Humulene: | 1 - 2 | (% essential oils) |
Farnesene: | 2 - 4 | (% essential oils) |