Huell MelonvsNectaron
Huell Melon and Nectaron 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
Nectaron
Alpha acid
9.5–12%
Beta acid
4.5–5%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Huell Melon
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Nectaron
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Huell Melon
MelonStrawberryHoneydewFruitySweetOrangeVanilla
Only in Nectaron
TropicalCitrusPineapplePassion fruitPeachGrapefruitNectar
Property
| Property | Huell Melon | Nectaron |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.9–8% | 9.5–12% |
| Beta acid | 6–8% | 4.5–5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 26–28% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.2 mL | 1–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–37% | 59–65% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–10% | 4–5% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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