Fuggle
Alpha acid
2.4–6.1%
Beta acid
2.1–3.5%
Total oil
0.44–1 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 Fuggle
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
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Fuggle
WoodyGrassyMintMild
Only in Enigma
TropicalBerryStone fruitRaspberryRedcurrantWhite
Property
| Property | Fuggle | Enigma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.4–6.1% | 13.5–19.4% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–3.5% | 4.5–7.1% |
| Co-humulone | 25–32% | 37–43% |
| Total oil | 0.44–1 mL | 1.8–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 23–30% |
| Humulene | 30–40% | 12–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–15% | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | 5–8% | 9–12% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Australia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Hallertau Blanc
Nelson Sauvin
Styrian Golding