EnigmavsPacific Sunrise
Enigma (aroma) and Pacific Sunrise (bittering) 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
Pacific Sunrise
Alpha acid
12.5–14.5%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 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
When to pick Pacific Sunrise
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- 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 Pacific Sunrise
WoodyPineLemonOrangeMangoMelonFloral
Property
| Property | Enigma | Pacific Sunrise |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.5–19.4% | 12.5–14.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–7.1% | 5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 37–43% | 27–30% |
| Total oil | 1.8–3 mL | 1.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 23–30% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 12–19% | 20–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | 9–12% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
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