BelmavsSouthern Tropic
Belma (dual purpose) and Southern Tropic (bittering) 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
Southern Tropic
Alpha acid
12.6–18.1%
Beta acid
5–6.5%
Total oil
-
South Africa
Key differences
When to pick Belma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Southern Tropic
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
MelonPineappleCitrus
Only in Belma
OrangeStrawberryGrapefruitBerryTropical
Only in Southern Tropic
TroicalGuavaButterscotchLemongrassCoconutPungentBubblegum
Property
| Property | Belma | Southern Tropic |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.5–12.1% | 12.6–18.1% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 5–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | - | 26–30% |
| Total oil | 1–2.5 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 65–68% | 19–46% |
| Humulene | - | 14–40% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 6–14% |
| Farnesene | - | 8–11% |
| Origin | United States | South Africa |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
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