Enigma
Alpha acid
13.5–19.4%
Beta acid
4.5–7.1%
Total oil
1.8–3 mL
Australia
Petoskey
Alpha acid
12.1%
Beta acid
6.16%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Enigma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Petoskey
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 Petoskey
FloralPungentPineapple
Property
| Property | Enigma | Petoskey |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.5–19.4% | 12.1% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–7.1% | 6.16% |
| Co-humulone | 37–43% | - |
| Total oil | 1.8–3 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 23–30% | - |
| Humulene | 12–19% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | - |
| Farnesene | 9–12% | - |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Hallertau Blanc
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