Trident
Alpha acid
11–14%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
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 Trident
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Belma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusTropical
Only in Trident
FruityPassion fruit
Only in Belma
OrangeMelonStrawberryPineappleGrapefruitBerry
Property
| Property | Trident | Belma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–14% | 8.5–12.1% |
| Beta acid | 4–5% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 20–30% | - |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 1–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 65–68% |
| Humulene | - | - |
| Caryophyllene | - | - |
| Farnesene | - | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Huell Melon
Pacific Gem