BRU-1vsHuell Melon
BRU-1 and Huell Melon are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
BRU-1
Alpha acid
13–15%
Beta acid
8–10%
Total oil
1.5–2 mL
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 BRU-1
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Huell Melon
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Fruity
Only in BRU-1
PineappleGreen
Only in Huell Melon
MelonStrawberryHoneydewSweetOrangeVanilla
Property
| Property | BRU-1 | Huell Melon |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–15% | 6.9–8% |
| Beta acid | 8–10% | 6–8% |
| Co-humulone | 35–37% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2 mL | 0.8–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–55% | 35–37% |
| Humulene | 7–8% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | 5–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |