X13459vsHuell Melon
X13459 and Huell Melon are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
X13459
Alpha acid
3–5.5%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
0.8–2 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 X13459
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Huell Melon
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Strawberry
Only in X13459
FloralTropicalPeachCitrus
Only in Huell Melon
MelonHoneydewFruitySweetOrangeVanilla
Property
| Property | X13459 | Huell Melon |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–5.5% | 6.9–8% |
| Beta acid | 4–5% | 6–8% |
| Co-humulone | 21–24% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2 mL | 0.8–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 35–37% |
| Humulene | - | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 5–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |