LotusvsHuell Melon
Lotus and Huell Melon are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Lotus
Alpha acid
13–17%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
United States
Huell Melon
Alpha acid
6.9–8%
Beta acid
6–8%
Total oil
0.8–1.2 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Lotus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Huell Melon
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
OrangeVanilla
Only in Lotus
BerryTropicalCream
Only in Huell Melon
MelonStrawberryHoneydewFruitySweet
Property
| Property | Lotus | Huell Melon |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–17% | 6.9–8% |
| Beta acid | 5–6% | 6–8% |
| Co-humulone | 33–39% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.5 mL | 0.8–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–35% | 35–37% |
| Humulene | 35–40% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 5–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |