CallistavsMonroe

Callista and Monroe are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Callista

Aroma

Alpha acid

2–5%

Beta acid

5–10%

Total oil

0.7–2.1 mL

Germany

Monroe

Aroma

Alpha acid

2.5–2.9%

Beta acid

6.5–7.5%

Total oil

0.95–1 mL

Germany

Key differences

When to pick Callista

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma

When to pick Monroe

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Passion fruitOrangeStrawberry

Only in Callista

PearCaramelApricotPeachPineBlackberry

Only in Monroe

MildSmoothCherryPlumRaspberryRaspberry

Property

PropertyCallistaMonroe
Alpha acid2–5%2.5–2.9%
Beta acid5–10%6.5–7.5%
Co-humulone15–22%-
Total oil0.7–2.1 mL0.95–1 mL
Myrcene63–64%-
Humulene--
Caryophyllene--
Farnesene--
OriginGermanyGermany
PurposeAromaAroma

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