Enigma
Alpha acid
13.5–19.4%
Beta acid
4.5–7.1%
Total oil
1.8–3 mL
Australia
Mistral
Alpha acid
6.5–8.5%
Beta acid
3.1–3.8%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Enigma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Mistral
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Enigma
TropicalBerryStone fruitRaspberryRedcurrantWhite
Only in Mistral
CitrusFloralMelonGrapesWinePearPassion fruitKumquatMango
Property
| Property | Enigma | Mistral |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.5–19.4% | 6.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–7.1% | 3.1–3.8% |
| Co-humulone | 37–43% | 29–39% |
| Total oil | 1.8–3 mL | 1–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 23–30% | 59–65% |
| Humulene | 12–19% | 9–13% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 3–4% |
| Farnesene | 9–12% | 2–4% |
| Origin | Australia | France |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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