Huell MelonvsSitiva Blend
Huell Melon and Sitiva Blend 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
Sitiva Blend
Alpha acid
7.2–7.6%
Beta acid
4.2–4.5%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Huell Melon
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Sitiva Blend
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Huell Melon
MelonStrawberryHoneydewFruitySweetOrangeVanilla
Only in Sitiva Blend
Stone fruitFloralPeachLime
Property
| Property | Huell Melon | Sitiva Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.9–8% | 7.2–7.6% |
| Beta acid | 6–8% | 4.2–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 27–28% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.2 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 35–37% | 50–58% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 10–11% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 9–10% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |