Enigma
Alpha acid
13.5–19.4%
Beta acid
4.5–7.1%
Total oil
1.8–3 mL
Australia
Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Enigma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Chinook
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Enigma
TropicalBerryStone fruitRaspberryRedcurrantWhite
Only in Chinook
PineResinGrapefruitSpicyDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Enigma | Chinook |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.5–19.4% | 11.5–15% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–7.1% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 37–43% | 27–35% |
| Total oil | 1.8–3 mL | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 23–30% | 20–30% |
| Humulene | 12–19% | 18–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 9–12% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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