Hallertau BlancvsHuell Melon
Hallertau Blanc and Huell Melon are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Hallertau Blanc
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
4–7%
Total oil
0.8–2.2 mL
Germany
Huell Melon
Alpha acid
6.9–8%
Beta acid
6–8%
Total oil
0.8–1.2 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Hallertau Blanc
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Huell Melon
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Hallertau Blanc
PineappleGooseberryWhiteGrapesLemongrassPassion fruitCleanSauvignon
Only in Huell Melon
MelonStrawberryHoneydewFruitySweetOrangeVanilla
Property
| Property | Hallertau Blanc | Huell Melon |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–12% | 6.9–8% |
| Beta acid | 4–7% | 6–8% |
| Co-humulone | 22–35% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.2 mL | 0.8–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–75% | 35–37% |
| Humulene | 0–3% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 0–2% | 5–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Belma
Enigma
Nelson Sauvin