AhhhromavsBelma

Ahhhroma and Belma are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Ahhhroma

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

15.4–18.8%

Beta acid

6–9%

Total oil

2.1–4 mL

United States

Belma

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8.5–12.1%

Beta acid

4–8%

Total oil

1–2.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Ahhhroma

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

When to pick Belma

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Pineapple

Only in Ahhhroma

TangerineLimeMangoCinnamonPear

Only in Belma

OrangeMelonStrawberryGrapefruitBerryCitrusTropical

Property

PropertyAhhhromaBelma
Alpha acid15.4–18.8%8.5–12.1%
Beta acid6–9%4–8%
Co-humulone34–35%-
Total oil2.1–4 mL1–2.5 mL
Myrcene55–56%65–68%
Humulene12–13%-
Caryophyllene6–7%-
Farnesene0–1%-
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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