EnigmavsNobility Blend
Enigma (aroma) and Nobility Blend (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Enigma
Alpha acid
13.5–19.4%
Beta acid
4.5–7.1%
Total oil
1.8–3 mL
Australia
Nobility Blend
Alpha acid
4.2–4.5%
Beta acid
4.9–5.3%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Enigma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Nobility Blend
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Enigma
TropicalBerryStone fruitRaspberryRedcurrantWhite
Only in Nobility Blend
LemonOrangeLemongrassGreenFloralSpicy
Property
| Property | Enigma | Nobility Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.5–19.4% | 4.2–4.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–7.1% | 4.9–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | 37–43% | 27% |
| Total oil | 1.8–3 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 23–30% | 34–38% |
| Humulene | 12–19% | 22–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 26–28% |
| Farnesene | 9–12% | 6–8% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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