SterlingvsHuell Melon
Sterling and Huell Melon are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Sterling
Alpha acid
5.5–8.5%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1–2 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 Sterling
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Huell Melon
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Sterling
NobleHerbalSpicyFloral
Only in Huell Melon
MelonStrawberryHoneydewFruitySweetOrangeVanilla
Property
| Property | Sterling | Huell Melon |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–8.5% | 6.9–8% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 6–8% |
| Co-humulone | 22–28% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 1–2 mL | 0.8–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 35–37% |
| Humulene | 16–18% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | 5–10% |
| Farnesene | 15–19% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |