Spalter SelectvsBelma
Spalter Select (aroma) and Belma (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Spalter Select
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
2.5–5%
Total oil
0.5–0.9 mL
Germany
Belma
Alpha acid
8.5–12.1%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Spalter Select
- 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
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Spalter Select
SpicyGrassy
Only in Belma
OrangeMelonStrawberryPineappleGrapefruitBerryCitrusTropical
Property
| Property | Spalter Select | Belma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 8.5–12.1% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–5% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 21–27% | - |
| Total oil | 0.5–0.9 mL | 1–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–40% | 65–68% |
| Humulene | 10–22% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 4–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 15–22% | - |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Pacific Gem