Bergamot
Alpha acid
8–10.7%
Beta acid
6–8.9%
Total oil
-
United States
Monroe
Alpha acid
2.5–2.9%
Beta acid
6.5–7.5%
Total oil
0.95–1 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Bergamot
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Monroe
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
OrangeCherry
Only in Bergamot
MangoDankZestLemongrassLimeJuniperTropicalPepperFloral
Only in Monroe
MildSmoothStrawberryPlumPassion fruitRaspberryRaspberry
Property
| Property | Bergamot | Monroe |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–10.7% | 2.5–2.9% |
| Beta acid | 6–8.9% | 6.5–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 39–40% | - |
| Total oil | - | 0.95–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 44–45% | - |
| Humulene | 14–15% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 9–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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