Monroe
Alpha acid
2.5–2.9%
Beta acid
6.5–7.5%
Total oil
0.95–1 mL
Germany
Bergamot
Alpha acid
8–10.7%
Beta acid
6–8.9%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Monroe
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Bergamot
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CherryOrange
Only in Monroe
MildSmoothStrawberryPlumPassion fruitRaspberryRaspberry
Only in Bergamot
MangoDankZestLemongrassLimeJuniperTropicalPepperFloral
Property
| Property | Monroe | Bergamot |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.5–2.9% | 8–10.7% |
| Beta acid | 6.5–7.5% | 6–8.9% |
| Co-humulone | - | 39–40% |
| Total oil | 0.95–1 mL | - |
| Myrcene | - | 44–45% |
| Humulene | - | 14–15% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 9–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
XJA2/436