Elixir
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
4.5–6.6%
Total oil
1.8–2.2 mL
France
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 Elixir
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Enigma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Tropical
Only in Elixir
RoseCognacLeatherTobaccoCitrusTangerineOrangeFloralSandalwoodSpicy
Only in Enigma
BerryStone fruitRaspberryRedcurrantWhite
Property
| Property | Elixir | Enigma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.6–7% | 13.5–19.4% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6.6% | 4.5–7.1% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 37–43% |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.2 mL | 1.8–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 65–75% | 23–30% |
| Humulene | 1–2% | 12–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 26–27% | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 9–12% |
| Origin | France | Australia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Hallertau Blanc
Nelson Sauvin