BelmavsPacific Jade
Belma and Pacific Jade 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
Pacific Jade
Alpha acid
12–14%
Beta acid
7–8%
Total oil
1.1–1.5 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Belma
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Pacific Jade
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Belma
OrangeMelonStrawberryPineappleGrapefruitBerryTropical
Only in Pacific Jade
SpicyHerbalBlack currant
Property
| Property | Belma | Pacific Jade |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.5–12.1% | 12–14% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 7–8% |
| Co-humulone | - | 23–25% |
| Total oil | 1–2.5 mL | 1.1–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 65–68% | 33–34% |
| Humulene | - | 32–33% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 10–11% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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