Delta
Alpha acid
5.5–7%
Beta acid
5.5–7%
Total oil
0.5–1.1 mL
United States
Belma
Alpha acid
8.5–12.1%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Delta
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Belma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusMelon
Only in Delta
Spicy
Only in Belma
OrangeStrawberryPineappleGrapefruitBerryTropical
Property
| Property | Delta | Belma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–7% | 8.5–12.1% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–7% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | - |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.1 mL | 1–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–40% | 65–68% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 9–15% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Fuggle
Huell Melon
Pacific Gem