Ekuanot
Alpha acid
13–15.5%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
2–4.5 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 Ekuanot
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Belma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
OrangeTropicalBerryMelonCitrus
Only in Ekuanot
LemonLimePapayaAppleSageEucalyptusHerbalGuava
Only in Belma
StrawberryPineappleGrapefruit
Property
| Property | Ekuanot | Belma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–15.5% | 8.5–12.1% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 31–38% | - |
| Total oil | 2–4.5 mL | 1–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 65–68% |
| Humulene | 12–20% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–12% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Huell Melon