Lotus
Alpha acid
13–17%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 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 Lotus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Belma
- 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
OrangeBerryTropical
Only in Lotus
VanillaCream
Only in Belma
MelonStrawberryPineappleGrapefruitCitrus
Property
| Property | Lotus | Belma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–17% | 8.5–12.1% |
| Beta acid | 5–6% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 33–39% | - |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.5 mL | 1–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–35% | 65–68% |
| Humulene | 35–40% | - |
| Caryophyllene | - | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Huell Melon
Pacific Gem