Melba™ Hops: Profile & Substitutions

Description

Melba™ was bred by Ellerslie Hop Estate and has a hop oil content similar to Galaxy™. Has parentage of Brewers Gold and unknown male variety.

Substitution Tip

If you can't find Melba, the best alternative is Galaxy™.

At A Glance

Profile Passion fruit, grapefruit, and citrus
Purpose Dual: Aroma and Bittering
Alpha Acid 7.0 - 10.0%
Substitutes Galaxy™
Beer Styles IPA, American Pale Ale

General Information

Country Australia
Alias The dame of hops

Brewing Chemistry (Acids & Oils)

Alpha Acid 7.0 - 10.0%
Beta Acid 2.5 - 5.0%
Cohumulone 25.0 - 35.0%
Total Oil 2.0 - 4.0 ml/100g

Growth & Cultivation

Yield 2000 - 2500 lbs/acre
Maturity Early
Cones Compact density

Melba Aroma/Flavor Profile

Last Updated
  • 2020-11-23 08:26:51
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Explanations
  • Storage: is based on the percentage of alpha acids remaining after 6 months at 20*F.
  • Oil composition percetages are based on the total percentage of oil in the hop. Example: 10 - 20% means that for the specific oil it is 10 - 20% of the overall oil make up.