GodivavsHuell Melon
Godiva and Huell Melon are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Godiva
Alpha acid
6–9%
Beta acid
1.9–3%
Total oil
0.4–0.8 mL
UK
Huell Melon
Alpha acid
6.9–8%
Beta acid
6–8%
Total oil
0.8–1.2 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Godiva
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Huell Melon
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Godiva
SpicyTangerineGooseberryWhite
Only in Huell Melon
MelonStrawberryHoneydewFruitySweetOrangeVanilla
Property
| Property | Godiva | Huell Melon |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–9% | 6.9–8% |
| Beta acid | 1.9–3% | 6–8% |
| Co-humulone | 25–29% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 0.4–0.8 mL | 0.8–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 35–37% |
| Humulene | - | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 5–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | UK | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Belma
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