EnigmavsGodiva

Enigma and Godiva are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Enigma

Aroma

Alpha acid

13.5–19.4%

Beta acid

4.5–7.1%

Total oil

1.8–3 mL

Australia

Godiva

Aroma

Alpha acid

6–9%

Beta acid

1.9–3%

Total oil

0.4–0.8 mL

UK

Key differences

When to pick Enigma

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Godiva

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

White

Only in Enigma

TropicalBerryStone fruitRaspberryRedcurrant

Only in Godiva

SpicyTangerineGooseberry

Property

PropertyEnigmaGodiva
Alpha acid13.5–19.4%6–9%
Beta acid4.5–7.1%1.9–3%
Co-humulone37–43%25–29%
Total oil1.8–3 mL0.4–0.8 mL
Myrcene23–30%-
Humulene12–19%-
Caryophyllene6–8%-
Farnesene9–12%-
OriginAustraliaUK
PurposeAromaAroma

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