EnigmavsSitiva Blend
Enigma and Sitiva Blend are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Enigma
Alpha acid
13.5–19.4%
Beta acid
4.5–7.1%
Total oil
1.8–3 mL
Australia
Sitiva Blend
Alpha acid
7.2–7.6%
Beta acid
4.2–4.5%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Enigma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Sitiva Blend
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Stone fruit
Only in Enigma
TropicalBerryRaspberryRedcurrantWhite
Only in Sitiva Blend
FloralPeachLime
Property
| Property | Enigma | Sitiva Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.5–19.4% | 7.2–7.6% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–7.1% | 4.2–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 37–43% | 27–28% |
| Total oil | 1.8–3 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 23–30% | 50–58% |
| Humulene | 12–19% | 10–11% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | - |
| Farnesene | 9–12% | 9–10% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Hallertau Blanc
Nelson Sauvin