Pacific SunrisevsBelma
Pacific Sunrise (bittering) and Belma (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Pacific Sunrise
Alpha acid
12.5–14.5%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
New Zealand
Belma
Alpha acid
8.5–12.1%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Pacific Sunrise
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Belma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
OrangeMelon
Only in Pacific Sunrise
WoodyPineLemonMangoFloral
Only in Belma
StrawberryPineappleGrapefruitBerryCitrusTropical
Property
| Property | Pacific Sunrise | Belma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12.5–14.5% | 8.5–12.1% |
| Beta acid | 5–7% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 27–30% | - |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.5 mL | 1–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 65–68% |
| Humulene | 20–24% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
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