Belma
Alpha acid
8.5–12.1%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Belma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Chinook
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Grapefruit
Only in Belma
OrangeMelonStrawberryPineappleBerryCitrusTropical
Only in Chinook
PineResinSpicyDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Belma | Chinook |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.5–12.1% | 11.5–15% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | - | 27–35% |
| Total oil | 1–2.5 mL | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 65–68% | 20–30% |
| Humulene | - | 18–24% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Huell Melon