Huell MelonvsTaiheke
Huell Melon (aroma) and Taiheke (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
Taiheke
Alpha acid
5–9%
Beta acid
5–5.5%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Huell Melon
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Taiheke
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- 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 Taiheke
CitrusTropicalGrapefruitLemonLimeFloralSpicy
Property
| Property | Huell Melon | Taiheke |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.9–8% | 5–9% |
| Beta acid | 6–8% | 5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 33–40% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.2 mL | 1–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–37% | 50–60% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–10% | 5–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–5% |
| Origin | Germany | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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