Belma
Alpha acid
8.5–12.1%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Northdown
Alpha acid
7–10%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Belma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Northdown
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Berry
Only in Belma
OrangeMelonStrawberryPineappleGrapefruitCitrusTropical
Only in Northdown
FloralPineCedarSpicy
Property
| Property | Belma | Northdown |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.5–12.1% | 7–10% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 4–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | - | 24–32% |
| Total oil | 1–2.5 mL | 1.2–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 65–68% | 23–29% |
| Humulene | - | 40–45% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 13–17% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Admiral
Huell Melon
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