Huell MelonvsGalena
Huell Melon and Galena 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
Galena
Alpha acid
12–15.5%
Beta acid
7.2–8.7%
Total oil
0.9–2.1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Huell Melon
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Fruity
Only in Huell Melon
MelonStrawberryHoneydewSweetOrangeVanilla
Only in Galena
PearPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberrySpicyWoody
Property
| Property | Huell Melon | Galena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.9–8% | 12–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 6–8% | 7.2–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 36–40% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.2 mL | 0.9–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–37% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 11–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–10% | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |