Enigma
Alpha acid
13.5–19.4%
Beta acid
4.5–7.1%
Total oil
1.8–3 mL
Australia
Santiam
Alpha acid
5–8.5%
Beta acid
5.3–8.5%
Total oil
1–2.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Enigma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Santiam
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Enigma
TropicalBerryStone fruitRaspberryRedcurrantWhite
Only in Santiam
FloralSpicyBlack currant
Property
| Property | Enigma | Santiam |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.5–19.4% | 5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–7.1% | 5.3–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 37–43% | 18–24% |
| Total oil | 1.8–3 mL | 1–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 23–30% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 12–19% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 6–9% |
| Farnesene | 9–12% | 14–18% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Hallertau Blanc
Nelson Sauvin