Belma
Alpha acid
8.5–12.1%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
NZH-107
Alpha acid
8–11%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.4–2.2 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Belma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick NZH-107
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitCitrus
Only in Belma
OrangeMelonStrawberryPineappleBerryTropical
Only in NZH-107
Passion fruit
Property
| Property | Belma | NZH-107 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.5–12.1% | 8–11% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 5–7% |
| Co-humulone | - | 27–31% |
| Total oil | 1–2.5 mL | 1.4–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 65–68% | 55–65% |
| Humulene | - | 7–10% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 4–8% |
| Farnesene | - | 4–7% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Huell Melon