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