SummervsHuell Melon
Summer and Huell Melon are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Summer
Alpha acid
5.6–6.4%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1.4–2 mL
Australia
Huell Melon
Alpha acid
6.9–8%
Beta acid
6–8%
Total oil
0.8–1.2 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Summer
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Huell Melon
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Melon
Only in Summer
ApricotGrassyCitrusStone fruitPassion fruitPeach
Only in Huell Melon
StrawberryHoneydewFruitySweetOrangeVanilla
Property
| Property | Summer | Huell Melon |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.6–6.4% | 6.9–8% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–6.1% | 6–8% |
| Co-humulone | 20–25% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 1.4–2 mL | 0.8–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 29–38% | 35–37% |
| Humulene | 28–50% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–11% | 5–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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