Huell MelonvsPuławski
Huell Melon (aroma) and Puławski (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
Puławski
Alpha acid
8–11%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
-
Poland
Key differences
When to pick Huell Melon
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Puławski
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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 Puławski
WhiteSpiceClovePapayaLemonHerbal
Property
| Property | Huell Melon | Puławski |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.9–8% | 8–11% |
| Beta acid | 6–8% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 26–30% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.2 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 35–37% | 38–39% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 24–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–10% | 11–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | Germany | Poland |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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