Belma
Alpha acid
8.5–12.1%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Spalt
Alpha acid
2.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.5–0.9 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Belma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- 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 Spalt
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Belma
OrangeMelonStrawberryPineappleGrapefruitBerryCitrusTropical
Only in Spalt
NobleEarthyHerbalFloral
Property
| Property | Belma | Spalt |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.5–12.1% | 2.5–5.7% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | - | 22–29% |
| Total oil | 1–2.5 mL | 0.5–0.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 65–68% | 20–35% |
| Humulene | - | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 8–13% |
| Farnesene | - | 12–18% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Pacific Gem