EnigmavsVienna Gold
Enigma (aroma) and Vienna Gold (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Enigma
Alpha acid
13.5–19.4%
Beta acid
4.5–7.1%
Total oil
1.8–3 mL
Australia
Vienna Gold
Alpha acid
6–10%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
-
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Enigma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Vienna Gold
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Enigma
TropicalBerryStone fruitRaspberryRedcurrantWhite
Only in Vienna Gold
NobleFruityPassion fruit
Property
| Property | Enigma | Vienna Gold |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.5–19.4% | 6–10% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–7.1% | - |
| Co-humulone | 37–43% | - |
| Total oil | 1.8–3 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 23–30% | - |
| Humulene | 12–19% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | - |
| Farnesene | 9–12% | - |
| Origin | Australia | Australia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Cluster
Hallertau Blanc
Nelson Sauvin