{"product_id":"us-belma-hop-pellets","title":"Belma™ Hop Pellets 2025 – American Strawberry \u0026 Melon Aroma Hops","description":"\u003ch2\u003e2025 US Belma Hop Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eUnited States\u003cbr\u003eDeveloped by Puterbaugh Farms in Washington’s Yakima Valley. Belma is a newer, unique American variety bred for modern aroma, fruitiness, and versatility.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eAroma hop (also has light bittering potential)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypical Alpha Acids:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e6.5–12% (commonly in the 8–10% range)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeta Acids:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e6–7%\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma \u0026amp; Flavor Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrawberry:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBright, unmistakable strawberry character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMelon:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRipe cantaloupe, honeydew, watermelon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTropical Fruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePineapple, orange, hints of mango\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCitrus:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMild grapefruit, orange zest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOther Fruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePear, apple, light cherry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFloral:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFresh-cut flowers, soft spring blossom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHerbal:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHints of fresh grass and mild herbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrewing Characteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelivers a juicy, very fruity aroma\/flavor that pops, especially in light malt bases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoted for a uniquely strawberry-melon core, making it popular for summer ales and hazy beers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean bitterness and a soft finish, supporting both late additions and dry-hopping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShines in single-hop beers, or as a top-note in blends for fruited or sessionable styles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Beer Styles:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlonde Ale, Wheat Beer, Session IPA, Hazy IPA, American Pale Ale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSummer Ale, Fruit Beer, Kölsch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCream Ale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubstitutes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrata (for berry and tropical notes)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEl Dorado (candy, pear, and stone fruit notes)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCashmere (for melon\/tropical notes, though lighter on the berry)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFun Fact:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eBelma’s intense strawberry note is rare among hops and often draws comparisons to fruit snacks or strawberry gum! It’s often chosen for beers meant to taste “juicy,” and it’s a hit in crowd-pleasing, refreshing summer recipes.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Northwest Hops","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":45466781843646,"sku":null,"price":2.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":".5 lb","offer_id":45466781876414,"sku":null,"price":11.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":45466781909182,"sku":null,"price":21.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"11 lb","offer_id":45466781941950,"sku":null,"price":215.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2470\/8842\/files\/US-Belma-redo.jpg?v=1757124543","url":"https:\/\/northwesthops.ca\/fr-ca\/products\/us-belma-hop-pellets","provider":"Northwest Hops","version":"1.0","type":"link"}