BelmavsSouthern Star
Belma and Southern Star 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
Southern Star
Alpha acid
12–18.6%
Beta acid
4–7.5%
Total oil
1.4–1.7 mL
South Africa
Key differences
When to pick Belma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Southern Star
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
OrangePineappleBerryCitrusTropical
Only in Belma
MelonStrawberryGrapefruit
Only in Southern Star
QuinceFloralTangerinePassion fruitPearCassisRoseCoffee
Property
| Property | Belma | Southern Star |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.5–12.1% | 12–18.6% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 4–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | - | 25–31% |
| Total oil | 1–2.5 mL | 1.4–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 65–68% | 32–38% |
| Humulene | - | 23–27% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 10–14% |
| Farnesene | - | 8–12% |
| Origin | United States | South Africa |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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