Enigma
Alpha acid
13.5–19.4%
Beta acid
4.5–7.1%
Total oil
1.8–3 mL
Australia
Wai-iti
Alpha acid
2.5–3.5%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
1.4–1.8 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Enigma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Wai-iti
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Stone fruit
Only in Enigma
TropicalBerryRaspberryRedcurrantWhite
Only in Wai-iti
PeachApricotCitrusLimeMandarinSpicy
Property
| Property | Enigma | Wai-iti |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.5–19.4% | 2.5–3.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–7.1% | 4.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 37–43% | 22–24% |
| Total oil | 1.8–3 mL | 1.4–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 23–30% | 2–4% |
| Humulene | 12–19% | 27–29% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 9–12% | 12–14% |
| Origin | Australia | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Hallertau Blanc