BelmavsSitiva Blend
Belma (dual purpose) and Sitiva Blend (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Belma
Alpha acid
8.5–12.1%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Sitiva Blend
Alpha acid
7.2–7.6%
Beta acid
4.2–4.5%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Belma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Sitiva Blend
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Belma
OrangeMelonStrawberryPineappleGrapefruitBerryCitrusTropical
Only in Sitiva Blend
Stone fruitFloralPeachLime
Property
| Property | Belma | Sitiva Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.5–12.1% | 7.2–7.6% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 4.2–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | - | 27–28% |
| Total oil | 1–2.5 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 65–68% | 50–58% |
| Humulene | - | 10–11% |
| Caryophyllene | - | - |
| Farnesene | - | 9–10% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Huell Melon
Pacific Gem