ProgressvsHuell Melon
Progress and Huell Melon are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Progress
Alpha acid
5–7.5%
Beta acid
1.8–2.7%
Total oil
0.5–0.8 mL
United Kingdom
Huell Melon
Alpha acid
6.9–8%
Beta acid
6–8%
Total oil
0.8–1.2 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Progress
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Huell Melon
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SweetFruity
Only in Progress
GrassyMintHoneyBlack currantFloral
Only in Huell Melon
MelonStrawberryHoneydewOrangeVanilla
Property
| Property | Progress | Huell Melon |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–7.5% | 6.9–8% |
| Beta acid | 1.8–2.7% | 6–8% |
| Co-humulone | 25–27% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 0.5–0.8 mL | 0.8–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–30% | 35–37% |
| Humulene | 40–47% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 12–15% | 5–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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