CTZvsEnigma

CTZ (dual purpose) and Enigma (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

CTZ

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

14.5–17%

Beta acid

4.5–5.5%

Total oil

2.5–4.5 mL

United States

Enigma

Aroma

Alpha acid

13.5–19.4%

Beta acid

4.5–7.1%

Total oil

1.8–3 mL

Australia

Key differences

When to pick CTZ

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Enigma

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in CTZ

Black currantLicoriceCurryCitrusCannabisDank

Only in Enigma

TropicalBerryStone fruitRaspberryRedcurrantWhite

Property

PropertyCTZEnigma
Alpha acid14.5–17%13.5–19.4%
Beta acid4.5–5.5%4.5–7.1%
Co-humulone28–35%37–43%
Total oil2.5–4.5 mL1.8–3 mL
Myrcene45–55%23–30%
Humulene9–14%12–19%
Caryophyllene6–10%6–8%
Farnesene0–1%9–12%
OriginUnited StatesAustralia
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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