Huell MelonvsSamba
Huell Melon and Samba 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
Samba
Alpha acid
8–12%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Huell Melon
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Samba
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Orange
Only in Huell Melon
MelonStrawberryHoneydewFruitySweetVanilla
Only in Samba
TropicalPineappleMangoStone fruitCandy
Property
| Property | Huell Melon | Samba |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.9–8% | 8–12% |
| Beta acid | 6–8% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 28–32% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.2 mL | 1.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–37% | - |
| Humulene | 10–20% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 5–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |