Ariana
Alpha acid
9–13%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
1.6–2.4 mL
Germany
Belma
Alpha acid
8.5–12.1%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Ariana
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Belma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusPineapple
Only in Ariana
TangerinePassion fruitJasmineHerbalFruityGooseberry
Only in Belma
OrangeMelonStrawberryGrapefruitBerryTropical
Property
| Property | Ariana | Belma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–13% | 8.5–12.1% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 40–42% | - |
| Total oil | 1.6–2.4 mL | 1–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 57–59% | 65–68% |
| Humulene | - | - |
| Caryophyllene | - | - |
| Farnesene | - | - |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |