Sitiva BlendvsBelma
Sitiva Blend (aroma) and Belma (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Sitiva Blend
Alpha acid
7.2–7.6%
Beta acid
4.2–4.5%
Total oil
-
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 Sitiva Blend
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Belma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Sitiva Blend
Stone fruitFloralPeachLime
Only in Belma
OrangeMelonStrawberryPineappleGrapefruitBerryCitrusTropical
Property
| Property | Sitiva Blend | Belma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.2–7.6% | 8.5–12.1% |
| Beta acid | 4.2–4.5% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 27–28% | - |
| Total oil | - | 1–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–58% | 65–68% |
| Humulene | 10–11% | - |
| Caryophyllene | - | - |
| Farnesene | 9–10% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Huell Melon
Pacific Gem