FugglevsHuell Melon
Fuggle and Huell Melon are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Fuggle
Alpha acid
2.4–6.1%
Beta acid
2.1–3.5%
Total oil
0.44–1 mL
United Kingdom
Huell Melon
Alpha acid
6.9–8%
Beta acid
6–8%
Total oil
0.8–1.2 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Fuggle
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
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Fuggle
WoodyGrassyMintMild
Only in Huell Melon
MelonStrawberryHoneydewFruitySweetOrangeVanilla
Property
| Property | Fuggle | Huell Melon |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.4–6.1% | 6.9–8% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–3.5% | 6–8% |
| Co-humulone | 25–32% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 0.44–1 mL | 0.8–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 35–37% |
| Humulene | 30–40% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–15% | 5–10% |
| Farnesene | 5–8% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Belma
Styrian Golding