Herald
Alpha acid
9–13%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
1–1.9 mL
United Kingdom
Belma
Alpha acid
8.5–12.1%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Herald
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Belma
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
OrangeGrapefruitCitrus
Only in Herald
Clean
Only in Belma
MelonStrawberryPineappleBerryTropical
Property
| Property | Herald | Belma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–13% | 8.5–12.1% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–5.5% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 35–37% | - |
| Total oil | 1–1.9 mL | 1–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–41% | 65–68% |
| Humulene | 14–16% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Huell Melon
Pacific Gem