Galena
Alpha acid
12–15.5%
Beta acid
7.2–8.7%
Total oil
0.9–2.1 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 Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Belma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineappleGrapefruit
Only in Galena
FruityPearBlack currantLimeGooseberrySpicyWoody
Only in Belma
OrangeMelonStrawberryBerryCitrusTropical
Property
| Property | Galena | Belma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15.5% | 8.5–12.1% |
| Beta acid | 7.2–8.7% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 36–40% | - |
| Total oil | 0.9–2.1 mL | 1–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 65–68% |
| Humulene | 11–17% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Huell Melon