Enigma
Alpha acid
13.5–19.4%
Beta acid
4.5–7.1%
Total oil
1.8–3 mL
Australia
Riwaka
Alpha acid
4.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.5 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Enigma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Riwaka
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Tropical
Only in Enigma
BerryStone fruitRaspberryRedcurrantWhite
Only in Riwaka
Passion fruitGrapefruitCitrus
Property
| Property | Enigma | Riwaka |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.5–19.4% | 4.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–7.1% | 4–5% |
| Co-humulone | 37–43% | 29–38% |
| Total oil | 1.8–3 mL | 0.8–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 23–30% | 67–70% |
| Humulene | 12–19% | 8–10% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 2–6% |
| Farnesene | 9–12% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Calypso
Hallertau Blanc