Huell MelonvsTNT Blend
Huell Melon and TNT 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
TNT Blend
Alpha acid
11.5–13%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
1.3–1.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Huell Melon
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick TNT Blend
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Fruity
Only in Huell Melon
MelonStrawberryHoneydewSweetOrangeVanilla
Only in TNT Blend
CitrusGreen
Property
| Property | Huell Melon | TNT Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.9–8% | 11.5–13% |
| Beta acid | 6–8% | - |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | - |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.2 mL | 1.3–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–37% | - |
| Humulene | 10–20% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 5–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |