GoldingvsHuell Melon
Golding and Huell Melon are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Golding
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.4–1 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 Golding
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
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Sweet
Only in Golding
FloralDelicate
Only in Huell Melon
MelonStrawberryHoneydewFruityOrangeVanilla
Property
| Property | Golding | Huell Melon |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6% | 6.9–8% |
| Beta acid | 2–3% | 6–8% |
| Co-humulone | 20% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 0.8–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–35% | 35–37% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 13–16% | 5–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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