Belma
Alpha acid
8.5–12.1%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Nugget
Alpha acid
9.5–16%
Beta acid
3–5.8%
Total oil
0.9–3.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Belma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Nugget
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineappleCitrus
Only in Belma
OrangeMelonStrawberryGrapefruitBerryTropical
Only in Nugget
HerbalGingerGeraniumLycheeHerbalEarthyCoconut
Property
| Property | Belma | Nugget |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.5–12.1% | 9.5–16% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 3–5.8% |
| Co-humulone | - | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 1–2.5 mL | 0.9–3.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 65–68% | 48–59% |
| Humulene | - | 12–22% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Huell Melon