Huell MelonvsPetoskey
Huell Melon and Petoskey 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
Petoskey
Alpha acid
12.1%
Beta acid
6.16%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Huell Melon
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Petoskey
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Huell Melon
MelonStrawberryHoneydewFruitySweetOrangeVanilla
Only in Petoskey
FloralPungentPineapple
Property
| Property | Huell Melon | Petoskey |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.9–8% | 12.1% |
| Beta acid | 6–8% | 6.16% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | - |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.2 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 35–37% | - |
| Humulene | 10–20% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 5–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |