Enigma
Alpha acid
13.5–19.4%
Beta acid
4.5–7.1%
Total oil
1.8–3 mL
Australia
Fuggle
Alpha acid
2.4–6.1%
Beta acid
2.1–3.5%
Total oil
0.44–1 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Enigma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Fuggle
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Enigma
TropicalBerryStone fruitRaspberryRedcurrantWhite
Only in Fuggle
WoodyGrassyMintMild
Property
| Property | Enigma | Fuggle |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.5–19.4% | 2.4–6.1% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–7.1% | 2.1–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 37–43% | 25–32% |
| Total oil | 1.8–3 mL | 0.44–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 23–30% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 12–19% | 30–40% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 11–15% |
| Farnesene | 9–12% | 5–8% |
| Origin | Australia | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Hallertau Blanc
Nelson Sauvin
Styrian Golding