Enigma
Alpha acid
13.5–19.4%
Beta acid
4.5–7.1%
Total oil
1.8–3 mL
Australia
Eroica
Alpha acid
7.3–14.9%
Beta acid
3–5.3%
Total oil
0.8–1.3 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
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Eroica
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Enigma
TropicalBerryStone fruitRaspberryRedcurrantWhite
Only in Eroica
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Property
| Property | Enigma | Eroica |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.5–19.4% | 7.3–14.9% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–7.1% | 3–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | 37–43% | 40% |
| Total oil | 1.8–3 mL | 0.8–1.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 23–30% | 55–65% |
| Humulene | 12–19% | 0–1% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 7–13% |
| Farnesene | 9–12% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
Hallertau Blanc