Huell MelonvsCrystal
Huell Melon and Crystal are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Huell Melon
Alpha acid
6.9–8%
Beta acid
6–8%
Total oil
0.8–1.2 mL
Germany
Crystal
Alpha acid
2.8–6%
Beta acid
4.5–8.5%
Total oil
0.8–2.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Huell Melon
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
When to pick Crystal
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Fruity
Only in Huell Melon
MelonStrawberryHoneydewSweetOrangeVanilla
Only in Crystal
WoodyFloralGreenSpicyCinnamonNutmegBlack currant
Property
| Property | Huell Melon | Crystal |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.9–8% | 2.8–6% |
| Beta acid | 6–8% | 4.5–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 20–26% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.2 mL | 0.8–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–37% | 30–55% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–10% | 5–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |