Mystic
Alpha acid
4–7%
Beta acid
2–4%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 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 Mystic
- 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
Citrus
Only in Mystic
Black currantPassion fruitWoody
Only in Belma
OrangeMelonStrawberryPineappleGrapefruitBerryTropical
Property
| Property | Mystic | Belma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–7% | 8.5–12.1% |
| Beta acid | 2–4% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | - |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 1–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–40% | 65–68% |
| Humulene | 30–40% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 0% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | UK | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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