Belma
Alpha acid
8.5–12.1%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Columbus
Alpha acid
14–18%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Belma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Columbus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Belma
OrangeMelonStrawberryPineappleGrapefruitBerryTropical
Only in Columbus
EarthyBlack currantLicoriceCurrySpicyFloralPungentDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Belma | Columbus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.5–12.1% | 14–18% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | - | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 1–2.5 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 65–68% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | - | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |