Belma
Alpha acid
8.5–12.1%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Motueka
Alpha acid
5–8.5%
Beta acid
5–5.5%
Total oil
0.8–1 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Belma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Motueka
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusTropical
Only in Belma
OrangeMelonStrawberryPineappleGrapefruitBerry
Only in Motueka
MojitoLimeLemonFloral
Property
| Property | Belma | Motueka |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.5–12.1% | 5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | - | 25–35% |
| Total oil | 1–2.5 mL | 0.8–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 65–68% | 47–48% |
| Humulene | - | 3–4% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 1–3% |
| Farnesene | - | 12–13% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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