Huell MelonvsStyrian Cardinal
Huell Melon and Styrian Cardinal 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
Styrian Cardinal
Alpha acid
8–15%
Beta acid
3.2–4.6%
Total oil
3–4 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Huell Melon
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Styrian Cardinal
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Orange
Only in Huell Melon
MelonStrawberryHoneydewFruitySweetVanilla
Only in Styrian Cardinal
CitrusGooseberryPineappleLimeJasmineGuava
Property
| Property | Huell Melon | Styrian Cardinal |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.9–8% | 8–15% |
| Beta acid | 6–8% | 3.2–4.6% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 31–37% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.2 mL | 3–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–37% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–10% | 8–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 5–7% |
| Origin | Germany | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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