Belma
Alpha acid
8.5–12.1%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Target
Alpha acid
8.5–13.5%
Beta acid
4.3–5.7%
Total oil
1–1.4 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Belma
- 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 Target
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Belma
OrangeMelonStrawberryPineappleGrapefruitBerryTropical
Only in Target
MarmaladeSageSpicyPepper
Property
| Property | Belma | Target |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.5–12.1% | 8.5–13.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 4.3–5.7% |
| Co-humulone | - | 35–40% |
| Total oil | 1–2.5 mL | 1–1.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 65–68% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | - | 17–23% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
Huell Melon
Pacific Gem