BelmavsNobility Blend
Belma and Nobility Blend are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Belma
Alpha acid
8.5–12.1%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Nobility Blend
Alpha acid
4.2–4.5%
Beta acid
4.9–5.3%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Belma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Nobility Blend
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Orange
Only in Belma
MelonStrawberryPineappleGrapefruitBerryCitrusTropical
Only in Nobility Blend
LemonLemongrassGreenFloralSpicy
Property
| Property | Belma | Nobility Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.5–12.1% | 4.2–4.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 4.9–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | - | 27% |
| Total oil | 1–2.5 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 65–68% | 34–38% |
| Humulene | - | 22–23% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 26–28% |
| Farnesene | - | 6–8% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Huell Melon
Pacific Gem