Huell MelonvsSantiam
Huell Melon and Santiam 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
Santiam
Alpha acid
5–8.5%
Beta acid
5.3–8.5%
Total oil
1–2.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Huell Melon
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Santiam
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Huell Melon
MelonStrawberryHoneydewFruitySweetOrangeVanilla
Only in Santiam
FloralSpicyBlack currant
Property
| Property | Huell Melon | Santiam |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.9–8% | 5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 6–8% | 5.3–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 18–24% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.2 mL | 1–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–37% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–10% | 6–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 14–18% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |