Harlequin
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
1–1.6 mL
UK
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 Harlequin
- 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 Harlequin
Passion fruitPeachPineapple
Only in Enigma
TropicalBerryStone fruitRaspberryRedcurrantWhite
Property
| Property | Harlequin | Enigma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–12% | 13.5–19.4% |
| Beta acid | 7–9% | 4.5–7.1% |
| Co-humulone | 27–31% | 37–43% |
| Total oil | 1–1.6 mL | 1.8–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 59–61% | 23–30% |
| Humulene | 4–6% | 12–19% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | 9–11% | 9–12% |
| Origin | UK | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Hallertau Blanc
Mosaic
Nelson Sauvin