Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
Belma
Alpha acid
8.5–12.1%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Ahtanum
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Belma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusGrapefruit
Only in Ahtanum
GeraniumPineEarthyFloralCedarLemon
Only in Belma
OrangeMelonStrawberryPineappleBerryTropical
Property
| Property | Ahtanum | Belma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 8.5–12.1% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 30–35% | - |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | 1–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 65–68% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 9–12% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Huell Melon