Belma
Alpha acid
8.5–12.1%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Mosaic
Alpha acid
11.5–13.5%
Beta acid
3.2–3.9%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Belma
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Mosaic
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitCitrusTropical
Only in Belma
OrangeMelonStrawberryPineappleBerry
Only in Mosaic
BlueberryGrassyPineSpicyTangerinePapayaRoseEarthyBlossomBubblegum
Property
| Property | Belma | Mosaic |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.5–12.1% | 11.5–13.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 3.2–3.9% |
| Co-humulone | - | 24–26% |
| Total oil | 1–2.5 mL | 1–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 65–68% | 47–55% |
| Humulene | - | 10–16% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 3–8% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Huell Melon
Pacific Gem