ArcadianvsHuell Melon
Arcadian and Huell Melon are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Arcadian
Alpha acid
9.8%
Beta acid
7.5%
Total oil
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United States
Huell Melon
Alpha acid
6.9–8%
Beta acid
6–8%
Total oil
0.8–1.2 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Arcadian
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
When to pick Huell Melon
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Orange
Only in Arcadian
FloralTangerine
Only in Huell Melon
MelonStrawberryHoneydewFruitySweetVanilla
Property
| Property | Arcadian | Huell Melon |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.8% | 6.9–8% |
| Beta acid | 7.5% | 6–8% |
| Co-humulone | - | 25–30% |
| Total oil | - | 0.8–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 35–37% |
| Humulene | - | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 5–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |