Enigma
Alpha acid
13.5–19.4%
Beta acid
4.5–7.1%
Total oil
1.8–3 mL
Australia
Puławski
Alpha acid
8–11%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
-
Poland
Key differences
When to pick Enigma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Puławski
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
White
Only in Enigma
TropicalBerryStone fruitRaspberryRedcurrant
Only in Puławski
SpiceClovePapayaLemonHerbal
Property
| Property | Enigma | Puławski |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.5–19.4% | 8–11% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–7.1% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 37–43% | 26–30% |
| Total oil | 1.8–3 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 23–30% | 38–39% |
| Humulene | 12–19% | 24–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 11–13% |
| Farnesene | 9–12% | - |
| Origin | Australia | Poland |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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