BelmavsWillamette
Belma and Willamette are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Belma
Alpha acid
8.5–12.1%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Willamette
Alpha acid
4–7.2%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
0.6–1.6 mL
United States
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
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Willamette
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Belma
OrangeMelonStrawberryPineappleGrapefruitBerryTropical
Only in Willamette
IncenseElderberryCaramelCurryFloral
Property
| Property | Belma | Willamette |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.5–12.1% | 4–7.2% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | - | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 1–2.5 mL | 0.6–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 65–68% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | - | 20–27% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 7–8% |
| Farnesene | - | 5–6% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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