PuławskivsHuell Melon
Puławski (dual purpose) and Huell Melon (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Puławski
Alpha acid
8–11%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
-
Poland
Huell Melon
Alpha acid
6.9–8%
Beta acid
6–8%
Total oil
0.8–1.2 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Puławski
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Huell Melon
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Puławski
WhiteSpiceClovePapayaLemonHerbal
Only in Huell Melon
MelonStrawberryHoneydewFruitySweetOrangeVanilla
Property
| Property | Puławski | Huell Melon |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–11% | 6.9–8% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 6–8% |
| Co-humulone | 26–30% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | - | 0.8–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 38–39% | 35–37% |
| Humulene | 24–25% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–13% | 5–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Poland | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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