Huell MelonvsMystic
Huell Melon and Mystic 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
Mystic
Alpha acid
4–7%
Beta acid
2–4%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
UK
Key differences
When to pick Huell Melon
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Mystic
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Huell Melon
MelonStrawberryHoneydewFruitySweetOrangeVanilla
Only in Mystic
Black currantCitrusPassion fruitWoody
Property
| Property | Huell Melon | Mystic |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.9–8% | 4–7% |
| Beta acid | 6–8% | 2–4% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 30–40% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.2 mL | 0.5–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–37% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 30–40% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–10% | 0% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | UK |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Barbe Rouge
Belma
Styrian Dragon