Hallertau BlancvsMonroe
Hallertau Blanc and Monroe are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Hallertau Blanc
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
4–7%
Total oil
0.8–2.2 mL
Germany
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 Hallertau Blanc
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Monroe
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Passion fruit
Only in Hallertau Blanc
PineappleGooseberryWhiteGrapesLemongrassCleanSauvignon
Only in Monroe
MildSmoothStrawberryCherryPlumRaspberryOrangeRaspberry
Property
| Property | Hallertau Blanc | Monroe |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–12% | 2.5–2.9% |
| Beta acid | 4–7% | 6.5–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–35% | - |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.2 mL | 0.95–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–75% | - |
| Humulene | 0–3% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 0–2% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | Germany | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Enigma
Nelson Sauvin