Barbe RougevsBelma
Barbe Rouge (aroma) and Belma (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Barbe Rouge
Alpha acid
3.8–10%
Beta acid
3.3–4.6%
Total oil
1.1–3 mL
France
Belma
Alpha acid
8.5–12.1%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Barbe Rouge
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Belma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusOrangeStrawberryBerry
Only in Barbe Rouge
KumquatLimeRedcurrantRaspberryFloralHerbal
Only in Belma
MelonPineappleGrapefruitTropical
Property
| Property | Barbe Rouge | Belma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.8–10% | 8.5–12.1% |
| Beta acid | 3.3–4.6% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 24–28% | - |
| Total oil | 1.1–3 mL | 1–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–60% | 65–68% |
| Humulene | 15–25% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 2–4% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–4% | - |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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