Azacca
Alpha acid
14–16%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.6–2.5 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 Azacca
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Belma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
OrangeGrapefruitPineappleTropicalCitrus
Only in Azacca
MangoPapayaLemonSpicyGrassy
Only in Belma
MelonStrawberryBerry
Property
| Property | Azacca | Belma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–16% | 8.5–12.1% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 38–45% | - |
| Total oil | 1.6–2.5 mL | 1–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 46–55% | 65–68% |
| Humulene | 14–18% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–12% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Huell Melon