NZH-107vsBelma

NZH-107 and Belma are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

NZH-107

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8–11%

Beta acid

5–7%

Total oil

1.4–2.2 mL

New Zealand

Belma

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8.5–12.1%

Beta acid

4–8%

Total oil

1–2.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick NZH-107

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

When to pick Belma

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

CitrusGrapefruit

Only in NZH-107

Passion fruit

Only in Belma

OrangeMelonStrawberryPineappleBerryTropical

Property

PropertyNZH-107Belma
Alpha acid8–11%8.5–12.1%
Beta acid5–7%4–8%
Co-humulone27–31%-
Total oil1.4–2.2 mL1–2.5 mL
Myrcene55–65%65–68%
Humulene7–10%-
Caryophyllene4–8%-
Farnesene4–7%-
OriginNew ZealandUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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