Enigma
Alpha acid
13.5–19.4%
Beta acid
4.5–7.1%
Total oil
1.8–3 mL
Australia
Godiva
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
| Property | Enigma | Godiva |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.5–19.4% | 6–9% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–7.1% | 1.9–3% |
| Co-humulone | 37–43% | 25–29% |
| Total oil | 1.8–3 mL | 0.4–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 23–30% | - |
| Humulene | 12–19% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | - |
| Farnesene | 9–12% | - |
| Origin | Australia | UK |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |