Monroe
Alpha acid
2.5–2.9%
Beta acid
6.5–7.5%
Total oil
0.95–1 mL
Germany
Enigma
Alpha acid
13.5–19.4%
Beta acid
4.5–7.1%
Total oil
1.8–3 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Monroe
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Enigma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
RaspberryRaspberry
Only in Monroe
MildSmoothStrawberryCherryPlumPassion fruitOrange
Only in Enigma
TropicalBerryStone fruitRedcurrantWhite
Property
| Property | Monroe | Enigma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.5–2.9% | 13.5–19.4% |
| Beta acid | 6.5–7.5% | 4.5–7.1% |
| Co-humulone | - | 37–43% |
| Total oil | 0.95–1 mL | 1.8–3 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 23–30% |
| Humulene | - | 12–19% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | - | 9–12% |
| Origin | Germany | Australia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Nelson Sauvin