Lemondrop
Alpha acid
5–7%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
0.8–2 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 Lemondrop
- 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
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusMelon
Only in Lemondrop
LemonFloralMintGreen
Only in Belma
OrangeStrawberryPineappleGrapefruitBerryTropical
Property
| Property | Lemondrop | Belma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–7% | 8.5–12.1% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 28–34% | - |
| Total oil | 0.8–2 mL | 1–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–47% | 65–68% |
| Humulene | 56–58% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 9–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 6–7% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Huell Melon