Epic
Alpha acid
3–5%
Beta acid
1.7–2.5%
Total oil
0.4–0.8 mL
United Kingdom
Enigma
Alpha acid
13.5–19.4%
Beta acid
4.5–7.1%
Total oil
1.8–3 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Epic
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Enigma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Berry
Only in Epic
FruityHerbal
Only in Enigma
TropicalStone fruitRaspberryRedcurrantWhite
Property
| Property | Epic | Enigma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–5% | 13.5–19.4% |
| Beta acid | 1.7–2.5% | 4.5–7.1% |
| Co-humulone | 30–33% | 37–43% |
| Total oil | 0.4–0.8 mL | 1.8–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 11–12% | 23–30% |
| Humulene | 41–43% | 12–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 1–2% | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | 1–2% | 9–12% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Australia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Hallertau Blanc
Nelson Sauvin