EnigmavsStyrian Cardinal
Enigma and Styrian Cardinal 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
Styrian Cardinal
Alpha acid
8–15%
Beta acid
3.2–4.6%
Total oil
3–4 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Enigma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Styrian Cardinal
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Enigma
TropicalBerryStone fruitRaspberryRedcurrantWhite
Only in Styrian Cardinal
CitrusGooseberryPineappleOrangeLimeJasmineGuava
Property
| Property | Enigma | Styrian Cardinal |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.5–19.4% | 8–15% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–7.1% | 3.2–4.6% |
| Co-humulone | 37–43% | 31–37% |
| Total oil | 1.8–3 mL | 3–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 23–30% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 12–19% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 8–11% |
| Farnesene | 9–12% | 5–7% |
| Origin | Australia | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Hallertau Blanc
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