GlaciervsHuell Melon
Glacier (dual purpose) and Huell Melon (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Glacier
Alpha acid
3.3–9.7%
Beta acid
5.4–10%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 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 Glacier
- 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 Glacier
PlumBlackberryWoodyCedar
Only in Huell Melon
MelonStrawberryHoneydewFruitySweetOrangeVanilla
Property
| Property | Glacier | Huell Melon |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.3–9.7% | 6.9–8% |
| Beta acid | 5.4–10% | 6–8% |
| Co-humulone | 11–16% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 0.8–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 35–37% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 5–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding