CashmerevsHuell Melon

Cashmere (dual purpose) and Huell Melon (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Cashmere

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

7.7–9.1%

Beta acid

3.3–7.1%

Total oil

1.2–1.4 mL

United States

Huell Melon

Aroma

Alpha acid

6.9–8%

Beta acid

6–8%

Total oil

0.8–1.2 mL

Germany

Key differences

When to pick Cashmere

  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Huell Melon

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

FruityMelon

Only in Cashmere

LemonLimePeachCoconutLemongrassCandyHerbal

Only in Huell Melon

StrawberryHoneydewSweetOrangeVanilla

Property

PropertyCashmereHuell Melon
Alpha acid7.7–9.1%6.9–8%
Beta acid3.3–7.1%6–8%
Co-humulone22–24%25–30%
Total oil1.2–1.4 mL0.8–1.2 mL
Myrcene39–42%35–37%
Humulene26–29%10–20%
Caryophyllene11–13%5–10%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesGermany
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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