DeltavsHuell Melon
Delta and Huell Melon are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Delta
Alpha acid
5.5–7%
Beta acid
5.5–7%
Total oil
0.5–1.1 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 Delta
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Huell Melon
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Melon
Only in Delta
CitrusSpicy
Only in Huell Melon
StrawberryHoneydewFruitySweetOrangeVanilla
Property
| Property | Delta | Huell Melon |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–7% | 6.9–8% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–7% | 6–8% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.1 mL | 0.8–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–40% | 35–37% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–15% | 5–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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