Fuggle
Alpha acid
2.4–6.1%
Beta acid
2.1–3.5%
Total oil
0.44–1 mL
United Kingdom
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 Fuggle
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
When to pick Monroe
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Mild
Only in Fuggle
WoodyGrassyMint
Only in Monroe
SmoothStrawberryCherryPlumPassion fruitRaspberryOrangeRaspberry
Property
| Property | Fuggle | Monroe |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.4–6.1% | 2.5–2.9% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–3.5% | 6.5–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–32% | - |
| Total oil | 0.44–1 mL | 0.95–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | - |
| Humulene | 30–40% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 11–15% | - |
| Farnesene | 5–8% | - |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Styrian Golding
Willamette