Re: Belma hops?

Fri Oct 26, 2012 3:59 pm

I bought some today too...killer deal...hopefully they are tasty...I'm thinking pale ale or blond ale to start
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In the keg/bottle: golden delicious apple cider, brown rice lager, german pils
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Re: Belma hops?

Thu Nov 08, 2012 1:37 pm

OK, here is what I have to report:

Compared to other high alpha aromatic hops, this one is VERY subdued. I will say, however, the flavor is pleasant and inviting despite being mild.

Did a low gravity Northern Brewer LME MO blonde with Belma 1/4oz at 20min, 1/2oz at 10min, 2oz in hop rocket and 1oz. dry hop. The beer is pleasant and well balanced. The SO likes it, so that is a win. As mentioned, mild strawberry and melon flavors. Citrus/crisp when cold, but seems to fades as it warms. Low levels of grassy notes. I think it would definitely be a good compliment to a strawberry wheat or blonde, but other hops would be better used in a hop forward beer like APA or IPA....
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Re: Belma hops?

Thu Nov 08, 2012 2:04 pm

Nice report Hoser.... thanks for the update and duly noted!
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Re: Belma hops?

Thu Nov 08, 2012 2:22 pm

Good call on the blonde ale. I'll be giving that a try.
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