Belma
Alpha acid
8.5–12.1%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Warrior
Alpha acid
14.5–18%
Beta acid
4.3–6%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Belma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Warrior
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Belma
OrangeMelonStrawberryPineappleGrapefruitBerryCitrusTropical
Only in Warrior
PineMildResin
Property
| Property | Belma | Warrior |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.5–12.1% | 14.5–18% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 4.3–6% |
| Co-humulone | - | 22–26% |
| Total oil | 1–2.5 mL | 1–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 65–68% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | - | 15–18% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 11–14% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Huell Melon