Triumph
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.8 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 Triumph
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Belma
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
OrangeCitrus
Only in Triumph
SpicyPinePeachLimeFruity
Only in Belma
MelonStrawberryPineappleGrapefruitBerryTropical
Property
| Property | Triumph | Belma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–12% | 8.5–12.1% |
| Beta acid | 3–5% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 22–26% | - |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.8 mL | 1–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–40% | 65–68% |
| Humulene | 28–34% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Huell Melon
Pacific Gem