TangovsBelma

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

Tango

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

7.5–11%

Beta acid

7.5–10%

Total oil

2.4–4 mL

Germany

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 Tango

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

When to pick Belma

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

PineappleCitrus

Only in Tango

Passion fruitSpicy

Only in Belma

OrangeMelonStrawberryGrapefruitBerryTropical

Property

PropertyTangoBelma
Alpha acid7.5–11%8.5–12.1%
Beta acid7.5–10%4–8%
Co-humulone19–25%-
Total oil2.4–4 mL1–2.5 mL
Myrcene-65–68%
Humulene--
Caryophyllene--
Farnesene--
OriginGermanyUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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