Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
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 Admiral
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Enigma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Admiral
OrangeTeaFreshPineCitrusResinHerbal
Only in Enigma
TropicalBerryStone fruitRaspberryRedcurrantWhite
Property
| Property | Admiral | Enigma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–16.2% | 13.5–19.4% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–6.1% | 4.5–7.1% |
| Co-humulone | 37–45% | 37–43% |
| Total oil | 1–1.7 mL | 1.8–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–48% | 23–30% |
| Humulene | 23–26% | 12–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–2% | 9–12% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Australia |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
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