EnigmavsNelson Sauvin
Enigma and Nelson Sauvin 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
Nelson Sauvin
Alpha acid
10–13%
Beta acid
5–8%
Total oil
0.8–1.5 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Enigma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Nelson Sauvin
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
White
Only in Enigma
TropicalBerryStone fruitRaspberryRedcurrant
Only in Nelson Sauvin
FruityGooseberryGrapesSauvignon
Property
| Property | Enigma | Nelson Sauvin |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.5–19.4% | 10–13% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–7.1% | 5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 37–43% | 20–25% |
| Total oil | 1.8–3 mL | 0.8–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 23–30% | 20–45% |
| Humulene | 12–19% | 25–37% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 6–11% |
| Farnesene | 9–12% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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