Elixir
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
4.5–6.6%
Total oil
1.8–2.2 mL
France
Belma
Alpha acid
8.5–12.1%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Elixir
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Belma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusTropicalOrange
Only in Elixir
RoseCognacLeatherTobaccoTangerineFloralSandalwoodSpicy
Only in Belma
MelonStrawberryPineappleGrapefruitBerry
Property
| Property | Elixir | Belma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.6–7% | 8.5–12.1% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6.6% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | - |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.2 mL | 1–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 65–75% | 65–68% |
| Humulene | 1–2% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 26–27% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Huell Melon
Pacific Gem