CascadevsHuell Melon
Cascade (dual purpose) and Huell Melon (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Cascade
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4.8–7.5%
Total oil
0.7–2.5 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 Cascade
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Huell Melon
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Cascade
GrapefruitFloralSpicyCitrusPine
Only in Huell Melon
MelonStrawberryHoneydewFruitySweetOrangeVanilla
Property
| Property | Cascade | Huell Melon |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–9% | 6.9–8% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–7.5% | 6–8% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 0.7–2.5 mL | 0.8–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–60% | 35–37% |
| Humulene | 8–20% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–9% | 5–10% |
| Farnesene | 3–9% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |