Enigma
Alpha acid
13.5–19.4%
Beta acid
4.5–7.1%
Total oil
1.8–3 mL
Australia
NZH-107
Alpha acid
8–11%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.4–2.2 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Enigma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick NZH-107
- 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 NZH-107
Passion fruitCitrusGrapefruit
Property
| Property | Enigma | NZH-107 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.5–19.4% | 8–11% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–7.1% | 5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 37–43% | 27–31% |
| Total oil | 1.8–3 mL | 1.4–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 23–30% | 55–65% |
| Humulene | 12–19% | 7–10% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 4–8% |
| Farnesene | 9–12% | 4–7% |
| Origin | Australia | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Hallertau Blanc