Belma
Alpha acid
8.5–12.1%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Belma
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Admiral
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
OrangeCitrus
Only in Belma
MelonStrawberryPineappleGrapefruitBerryTropical
Only in Admiral
TeaFreshPineResinHerbal
Property
| Property | Belma | Admiral |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.5–12.1% | 13–16.2% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 4.8–6.1% |
| Co-humulone | - | 37–45% |
| Total oil | 1–2.5 mL | 1–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 65–68% | 39–48% |
| Humulene | - | 23–26% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–2% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
Huell Melon
Pacific Gem