Glacier
Alpha acid
3.3–9.7%
Beta acid
5.4–10%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
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 Glacier
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Enigma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Glacier
PlumBlackberryWoodyCedar
Only in Enigma
TropicalBerryStone fruitRaspberryRedcurrantWhite
Property
| Property | Glacier | Enigma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.3–9.7% | 13.5–19.4% |
| Beta acid | 5.4–10% | 4.5–7.1% |
| Co-humulone | 11–16% | 37–43% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 1.8–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 23–30% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | 12–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 9–12% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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