Godiva
Alpha acid
6–9%
Beta acid
1.9–3%
Total oil
0.4–0.8 mL
UK
Belma
Alpha acid
8.5–12.1%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Godiva
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Belma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Godiva
SpicyTangerineGooseberryWhite
Only in Belma
OrangeMelonStrawberryPineappleGrapefruitBerryCitrusTropical
Property
| Property | Godiva | Belma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–9% | 8.5–12.1% |
| Beta acid | 1.9–3% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 25–29% | - |
| Total oil | 0.4–0.8 mL | 1–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 65–68% |
| Humulene | - | - |
| Caryophyllene | - | - |
| Farnesene | - | - |
| Origin | UK | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Hallertau Blanc
Pacific Gem