Huell MelonvsX13459
Huell Melon and X13459 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
X13459
Alpha acid
3–5.5%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
0.8–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Huell Melon
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick X13459
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Strawberry
Only in Huell Melon
MelonHoneydewFruitySweetOrangeVanilla
Only in X13459
FloralTropicalPeachCitrus
Property
| Property | Huell Melon | X13459 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.9–8% | 3–5.5% |
| Beta acid | 6–8% | 4–5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 21–24% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.2 mL | 0.8–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–37% | - |
| Humulene | 10–20% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 5–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |