MonroevsUltra

Monroe and Ultra are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Monroe

Aroma

Alpha acid

2.5–2.9%

Beta acid

6.5–7.5%

Total oil

0.95–1 mL

Germany

Ultra

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–9.7%

Beta acid

3.6–5%

Total oil

0.8–1.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Monroe

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Ultra

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Mild

Only in Monroe

SmoothStrawberryCherryPlumPassion fruitRaspberryOrangeRaspberry

Only in Ultra

PleasantFloral

Property

PropertyMonroeUltra
Alpha acid2.5–2.9%3–9.7%
Beta acid6.5–7.5%3.6–5%
Co-humulone-25–35%
Total oil0.95–1 mL0.8–1.5 mL
Myrcene-50–60%
Humulene-10–15%
Caryophyllene-6–9%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginGermanyUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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