Vista
Alpha acid
8–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
0.8–2.2 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 Vista
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Belma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
TropicalMelonCitrus
Only in Vista
TangerinePearGreenSweetFloral
Only in Belma
OrangeStrawberryPineappleGrapefruitBerry
Property
| Property | Vista | Belma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–12% | 8.5–12.1% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 29–31% | - |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.2 mL | 1–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–40% | 65–68% |
| Humulene | 18–22% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 10–14% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Huell Melon
Pacific Gem