Astra
Alpha acid
7–10%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1–3 mL
Australia
Belma
Alpha acid
8.5–12.1%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Astra
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Belma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
TropicalMelonGrapefruit
Only in Astra
SweetPeachWhiteGrassyHoney
Only in Belma
OrangeStrawberryPineappleBerryCitrus
Property
| Property | Astra | Belma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–10% | 8.5–12.1% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 26–28% | - |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 1–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 65–68% |
| Humulene | 6–8% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 2–3% | - |
| Farnesene | - | - |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Huell Melon
Pacific Gem