Belma
Alpha acid
8.5–12.1%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Taiheke
Alpha acid
5–9%
Beta acid
5–5.5%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Belma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Taiheke
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitCitrusTropical
Only in Belma
OrangeMelonStrawberryPineappleBerry
Only in Taiheke
LemonLimeFloralSpicy
Property
| Property | Belma | Taiheke |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.5–12.1% | 5–9% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | - | 33–40% |
| Total oil | 1–2.5 mL | 1–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 65–68% | 50–60% |
| Humulene | - | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 5–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–5% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Huell Melon