Belma
Alpha acid
8.5–12.1%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Puławski
Alpha acid
8–11%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
-
Poland
Key differences
When to pick Belma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Puławski
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Belma
OrangeMelonStrawberryPineappleGrapefruitBerryCitrusTropical
Only in Puławski
WhiteSpiceClovePapayaLemonHerbal
Property
| Property | Belma | Puławski |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.5–12.1% | 8–11% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | - | 26–30% |
| Total oil | 1–2.5 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 65–68% | 38–39% |
| Humulene | - | 24–25% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 11–13% |
| Farnesene | - | - |
| Origin | United States | Poland |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Huell Melon
Pacific Gem