TettnangervsHuell Melon
Tettnanger (dual purpose) and Huell Melon (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Tettnanger
Alpha acid
2.5–5.8%
Beta acid
2.8–5.3%
Total oil
0.4–1.1 mL
Germany
Huell Melon
Alpha acid
6.9–8%
Beta acid
6–8%
Total oil
0.8–1.2 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Tettnanger
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Huell Melon
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Tettnanger
SpicyFloralPepperBlack currant
Only in Huell Melon
MelonStrawberryHoneydewFruitySweetOrangeVanilla
Property
| Property | Tettnanger | Huell Melon |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.5–5.8% | 6.9–8% |
| Beta acid | 2.8–5.3% | 6–8% |
| Co-humulone | 22–28% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1.1 mL | 0.8–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–41% | 35–37% |
| Humulene | 20–21% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–7% | 5–10% |
| Farnesene | 11–12% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Belma
Lubelski