HersbruckervsMonroe
Hersbrucker and Monroe are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Hersbrucker
Alpha acid
1.5–5%
Beta acid
2.5–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.3 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 Hersbrucker
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Monroe
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Orange
Only in Hersbrucker
NobleHayTobacco
Only in Monroe
MildSmoothStrawberryCherryPlumPassion fruitRaspberryRaspberry
Property
| Property | Hersbrucker | Monroe |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 1.5–5% | 2.5–2.9% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–6% | 6.5–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 17–25% | - |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.3 mL | 0.95–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–30% | - |
| Humulene | 20–30% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | Germany | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Liberty