Waimea
Alpha acid
14.5–19%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
1.8–2.3 mL
New Zealand
Belma
Alpha acid
8.5–12.1%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Waimea
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Belma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Waimea
PineMandarinHerbalTangerine
Only in Belma
OrangeMelonStrawberryPineappleGrapefruitBerryTropical
Property
| Property | Waimea | Belma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14.5–19% | 8.5–12.1% |
| Beta acid | 7–9% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | - |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.3 mL | 1–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 59–61% | 65–68% |
| Humulene | 9–10% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 2–3% | - |
| Farnesene | 4–6% | - |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Huell Melon