BelmavsAzacca

Belma and Azacca are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Belma

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8.5–12.1%

Beta acid

4–8%

Total oil

1–2.5 mL

United States

Azacca

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

14–16%

Beta acid

4–5.5%

Total oil

1.6–2.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Belma

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

When to pick Azacca

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

OrangePineappleGrapefruitCitrusTropical

Only in Belma

MelonStrawberryBerry

Only in Azacca

MangoPapayaLemonSpicyGrassy

Property

PropertyBelmaAzacca
Alpha acid8.5–12.1%14–16%
Beta acid4–8%4–5.5%
Co-humulone-38–45%
Total oil1–2.5 mL1.6–2.5 mL
Myrcene65–68%46–55%
Humulene-14–18%
Caryophyllene-8–12%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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