Although it has adequate alpha content for bittering additions, Galaxy shines when used as an aroma and flavor hop the later the better for flavor intensity. Its powerful tropical fruit character is at home as a feature in American pale and IPA, wheat beer, saison, and Brettanomyces-fermented beers.

Flavor and Aroma:

• Intense and potent. Musky tropical fruit (passionfruit, apricot, Key lime) with dank citrus and earthy blackcurrant.

Country of Origin:

• Australia

Suggested Substitute:

• Citra, Simcoe, Amarillo

Alpha Acid Range:

• 13 – 16%