Huell MelonvsNZH-107
Huell Melon (aroma) and NZH-107 (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Huell Melon
Alpha acid
6.9–8%
Beta acid
6–8%
Total oil
0.8–1.2 mL
Germany
NZH-107
Alpha acid
8–11%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.4–2.2 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Huell Melon
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick NZH-107
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Huell Melon
MelonStrawberryHoneydewFruitySweetOrangeVanilla
Only in NZH-107
Passion fruitCitrusGrapefruit
Property
| Property | Huell Melon | NZH-107 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.9–8% | 8–11% |
| Beta acid | 6–8% | 5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 27–31% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.2 mL | 1.4–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–37% | 55–65% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 7–10% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–10% | 4–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 4–7% |
| Origin | Germany | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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