Huell MelonvsVic Secret
Huell Melon (aroma) and Vic Secret (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
Vic Secret
Alpha acid
14–21.8%
Beta acid
5.7–8.7%
Total oil
1.9–2.8 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Huell Melon
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Vic Secret
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- 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 Vic Secret
TropicalPineapplePinePassion fruitHerbalEarthy
Property
| Property | Huell Melon | Vic Secret |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.9–8% | 14–21.8% |
| Beta acid | 6–8% | 5.7–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 51–57% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.2 mL | 1.9–2.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–37% | 31–46% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 9–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–10% | 9–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | Australia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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