Belma
Alpha acid
8.5–12.1%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Monroe
Alpha acid
2.5–2.9%
Beta acid
6.5–7.5%
Total oil
0.95–1 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Belma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Monroe
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
OrangeStrawberry
Only in Belma
MelonPineappleGrapefruitBerryCitrusTropical
Only in Monroe
MildSmoothCherryPlumPassion fruitRaspberryRaspberry
Property
| Property | Belma | Monroe |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.5–12.1% | 2.5–2.9% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 6.5–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | - | - |
| Total oil | 1–2.5 mL | 0.95–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 65–68% | - |
| Humulene | - | - |
| Caryophyllene | - | - |
| Farnesene | - | - |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Pacific Gem