Enigma
Alpha acid
13.5–19.4%
Beta acid
4.5–7.1%
Total oil
1.8–3 mL
Australia
Amarillo
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
1–2.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Enigma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Amarillo
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Tropical
Only in Enigma
BerryStone fruitRaspberryRedcurrantWhite
Only in Amarillo
FloralSpicyCitrusOrangeLemonMelonApricotPeachGrapefruitDank
Property
| Property | Enigma | Amarillo |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.5–19.4% | 7–11% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–7.1% | 5.5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 37–43% | 21–24% |
| Total oil | 1.8–3 mL | 1–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 23–30% | 40–70% |
| Humulene | 12–19% | 19–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 9–12% | 6–9% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Hallertau Blanc