Southern DawnvsBelma
Southern Dawn and Belma are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Southern Dawn
Alpha acid
11.2–13.5%
Beta acid
4.3–5.9%
Total oil
-
South Africa
Belma
Alpha acid
8.5–12.1%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Southern Dawn
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
When to pick Belma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
StrawberryCitrus
Only in Southern Dawn
QuinceLemongrassGingerChamomileFruityHerbalSpicy
Only in Belma
OrangeMelonPineappleGrapefruitBerryTropical
Property
| Property | Southern Dawn | Belma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.2–13.5% | 8.5–12.1% |
| Beta acid | 4.3–5.9% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 31–33% | - |
| Total oil | - | 1–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 22–45% | 65–68% |
| Humulene | 17–25% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–11% | - |
| Farnesene | 4–10% | - |
| Origin | South Africa | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Huell Melon
Pacific Gem