Belma
Alpha acid
8.5–12.1%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Summer
Alpha acid
5.6–6.4%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1.4–2 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Belma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Summer
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
MelonCitrus
Only in Belma
OrangeStrawberryPineappleGrapefruitBerryTropical
Only in Summer
ApricotGrassyStone fruitPassion fruitPeach
Property
| Property | Belma | Summer |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.5–12.1% | 5.6–6.4% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 4.8–6.1% |
| Co-humulone | - | 20–25% |
| Total oil | 1–2.5 mL | 1.4–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 65–68% | 29–38% |
| Humulene | - | 28–50% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 8–11% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Huell Melon
Pacific Gem