EnigmavsTNT Blend

Enigma and TNT Blend are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Enigma

Aroma

Alpha acid

13.5–19.4%

Beta acid

4.5–7.1%

Total oil

1.8–3 mL

Australia

TNT Blend

Aroma

Alpha acid

11.5–13%

Beta acid

-

Total oil

1.3–1.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Enigma

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick TNT Blend

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Enigma

TropicalBerryStone fruitRaspberryRedcurrantWhite

Only in TNT Blend

FruityCitrusGreen

Property

PropertyEnigmaTNT Blend
Alpha acid13.5–19.4%11.5–13%
Beta acid4.5–7.1%-
Co-humulone37–43%-
Total oil1.8–3 mL1.3–1.5 mL
Myrcene23–30%-
Humulene12–19%-
Caryophyllene6–8%-
Farnesene9–12%-
OriginAustraliaUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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