El DoradovsHuell Melon
El Dorado (dual purpose) and Huell Melon (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
El Dorado
Alpha acid
13–17%
Beta acid
6.4–8%
Total oil
2.5–3.3 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 El Dorado
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Fruity
Only in El Dorado
TropicalPearWatermelonCandyStone fruit
Only in Huell Melon
MelonStrawberryHoneydewSweetOrangeVanilla
Property
| Property | El Dorado | Huell Melon |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–17% | 6.9–8% |
| Beta acid | 6.4–8% | 6–8% |
| Co-humulone | 28–33% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 2.5–3.3 mL | 0.8–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–60% | 35–37% |
| Humulene | 10–15% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 5–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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