Enigma
Alpha acid
13.5–19.4%
Beta acid
4.5–7.1%
Total oil
1.8–3 mL
Australia
Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 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
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Liberty
- 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 Liberty
NobleFloralHerbalSpicyDelicateCitrusLemon
Property
| Property | Enigma | Liberty |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.5–19.4% | 3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–7.1% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 37–43% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 1.8–3 mL | 0.6–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 23–30% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 12–19% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 9–12% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
Hallertau Blanc
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