Huell MelonvsMcKenzie
Huell Melon and McKenzie 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
McKenzie
Alpha acid
9–11%
Beta acid
8–9%
Total oil
2–3 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 McKenzie
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Melon
Only in Huell Melon
StrawberryHoneydewFruitySweetOrangeVanilla
Only in McKenzie
GrapefruitLemonNectarinePineThymeStone fruitDankFloral
Property
| Property | Huell Melon | McKenzie |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.9–8% | 9–11% |
| Beta acid | 6–8% | 8–9% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | - |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.2 mL | 2–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–37% | - |
| Humulene | 10–20% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 5–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |