Nelson SauvinvsHuell Melon
Nelson Sauvin and Huell Melon are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Nelson Sauvin
Alpha acid
10–13%
Beta acid
5–8%
Total oil
0.8–1.5 mL
New Zealand
Huell Melon
Alpha acid
6.9–8%
Beta acid
6–8%
Total oil
0.8–1.2 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Nelson Sauvin
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
When to pick Huell Melon
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Fruity
Only in Nelson Sauvin
WhiteGooseberryGrapesSauvignon
Only in Huell Melon
MelonStrawberryHoneydewSweetOrangeVanilla
Property
| Property | Nelson Sauvin | Huell Melon |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–13% | 6.9–8% |
| Beta acid | 5–8% | 6–8% |
| Co-humulone | 20–25% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.5 mL | 0.8–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–45% | 35–37% |
| Humulene | 25–37% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–11% | 5–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Belma
Enigma