EnigmavsHallertau Blanc
Enigma and Hallertau Blanc are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Enigma
Alpha acid
13.5–19.4%
Beta acid
4.5–7.1%
Total oil
1.8–3 mL
Australia
Hallertau Blanc
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
4–7%
Total oil
0.8–2.2 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Enigma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Hallertau Blanc
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
White
Only in Enigma
TropicalBerryStone fruitRaspberryRedcurrant
Only in Hallertau Blanc
PineappleGooseberryGrapesLemongrassPassion fruitCleanSauvignon
Property
| Property | Enigma | Hallertau Blanc |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.5–19.4% | 9–12% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–7.1% | 4–7% |
| Co-humulone | 37–43% | 22–35% |
| Total oil | 1.8–3 mL | 0.8–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 23–30% | 50–75% |
| Humulene | 12–19% | 0–3% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 0–2% |
| Farnesene | 9–12% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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