Belma
Alpha acid
8.5–12.1%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Simcoe
Alpha acid
11–15%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.8–3.2 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 Simcoe
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitBerryCitrus
Only in Belma
OrangeMelonStrawberryPineappleTropical
Only in Simcoe
FruityEarthyPassion fruitPineApricotBubblegum
Property
| Property | Belma | Simcoe |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.5–12.1% | 11–15% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | - | 15–21% |
| Total oil | 1–2.5 mL | 0.8–3.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 65–68% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | - | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 8–14% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Huell Melon