Enigma
Alpha acid
13.5–19.4%
Beta acid
4.5–7.1%
Total oil
1.8–3 mL
Australia
Progress
Alpha acid
5–7.5%
Beta acid
1.8–2.7%
Total oil
0.5–0.8 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Enigma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Progress
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 Progress
GrassyMintSweetHoneyBlack currantFruityFloral
Property
| Property | Enigma | Progress |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.5–19.4% | 5–7.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–7.1% | 1.8–2.7% |
| Co-humulone | 37–43% | 25–27% |
| Total oil | 1.8–3 mL | 0.5–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 23–30% | 25–30% |
| Humulene | 12–19% | 40–47% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 12–15% |
| Farnesene | 9–12% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Golding
Hallertau Blanc
Nelson Sauvin