Relax
Alpha acid
0.3–4%
Beta acid
10–15%
Total oil
1–1.3 mL
Germany
Monroe
Alpha acid
2.5–2.9%
Beta acid
6.5–7.5%
Total oil
0.95–1 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Relax
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Monroe
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Relax
HoneydewMelonCognacLycheeLavenderLeatherHibiscusLemongrass
Only in Monroe
MildSmoothStrawberryCherryPlumPassion fruitRaspberryOrangeRaspberry
Property
| Property | Relax | Monroe |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 0.3–4% | 2.5–2.9% |
| Beta acid | 10–15% | 6.5–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | - | - |
| Total oil | 1–1.3 mL | 0.95–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 17–30% | - |
| Humulene | - | - |
| Caryophyllene | - | - |
| Farnesene | - | - |
| Origin | Germany | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |