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