Enigma
Alpha acid
13.5–19.4%
Beta acid
4.5–7.1%
Total oil
1.8–3 mL
Australia
Summer
Alpha acid
5.6–6.4%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1.4–2 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Enigma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Summer
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Stone fruit
Only in Enigma
TropicalBerryRaspberryRedcurrantWhite
Only in Summer
ApricotMelonGrassyCitrusPassion fruitPeach
Property
| Property | Enigma | Summer |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.5–19.4% | 5.6–6.4% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–7.1% | 4.8–6.1% |
| Co-humulone | 37–43% | 20–25% |
| Total oil | 1.8–3 mL | 1.4–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 23–30% | 29–38% |
| Humulene | 12–19% | 28–50% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 8–11% |
| Farnesene | 9–12% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | Australia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Hallertau Blanc
Nelson Sauvin
Palisade