Enigma
Alpha acid
13.5–19.4%
Beta acid
4.5–7.1%
Total oil
1.8–3 mL
Australia
Columbus
Alpha acid
14–18%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Enigma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Columbus
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Enigma
TropicalBerryStone fruitRaspberryRedcurrantWhite
Only in Columbus
EarthyBlack currantLicoriceCurrySpicyCitrusFloralPungentDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Enigma | Columbus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.5–19.4% | 14–18% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–7.1% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 37–43% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 1.8–3 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 23–30% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 12–19% | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 9–12% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |