El Dorado
Alpha acid
13–17%
Beta acid
6.4–8%
Total oil
2.5–3.3 mL
United States
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 El Dorado
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Enigma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
TropicalStone fruit
Only in El Dorado
FruityPearWatermelonCandy
Only in Enigma
BerryRaspberryRedcurrantWhite
Property
| Property | El Dorado | Enigma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–17% | 13.5–19.4% |
| Beta acid | 6.4–8% | 4.5–7.1% |
| Co-humulone | 28–33% | 37–43% |
| Total oil | 2.5–3.3 mL | 1.8–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–60% | 23–30% |
| Humulene | 10–15% | 12–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 9–12% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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