Huell MelonvsPacific Jade
Huell Melon (aroma) and Pacific Jade (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
Pacific Jade
Alpha acid
12–14%
Beta acid
7–8%
Total oil
1.1–1.5 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Huell Melon
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Pacific Jade
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- 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 Pacific Jade
CitrusSpicyHerbalBlack currant
Property
| Property | Huell Melon | Pacific Jade |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.9–8% | 12–14% |
| Beta acid | 6–8% | 7–8% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 23–25% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.2 mL | 1.1–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–37% | 33–34% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 32–33% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–10% | 10–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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