EnigmavsPetit Blanc
Enigma and Petit Blanc 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
Petit Blanc
Alpha acid
2–4%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
0.5–0.8 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Enigma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Petit Blanc
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Enigma
TropicalBerryStone fruitRaspberryRedcurrantWhite
Only in Petit Blanc
CherryMelonPapayaGreenLilac
Property
| Property | Enigma | Petit Blanc |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.5–19.4% | 2–4% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–7.1% | 5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 37–43% | 15% |
| Total oil | 1.8–3 mL | 0.5–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 23–30% | - |
| Humulene | 12–19% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | - |
| Farnesene | 9–12% | - |
| Origin | Australia | France |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Hallertau Blanc
Nelson Sauvin