Huell MelonvsBobek
Huell Melon (aroma) and Bobek (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Huell Melon
Alpha acid
6.9–8%
Beta acid
6–8%
Total oil
0.8–1.2 mL
Germany
Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Huell Melon
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Bobek
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Huell Melon
MelonStrawberryHoneydewFruitySweetOrangeVanilla
Only in Bobek
PineFloral
Property
| Property | Huell Melon | Bobek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.9–8% | 3.5–9.3% |
| Beta acid | 6–8% | 4–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 26–31% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.2 mL | 0.7–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–37% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 13–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–10% | 4–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 4–7% |
| Origin | Germany | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
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