Junga
Alpha acid
10–14%
Beta acid
5–8%
Total oil
1.5–2.6 mL
Poland
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 Junga
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Enigma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Junga
EarthySpicyFruityGrapefruitBlack currant
Only in Enigma
TropicalBerryStone fruitRaspberryRedcurrantWhite
Property
| Property | Junga | Enigma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–14% | 13.5–19.4% |
| Beta acid | 5–8% | 4.5–7.1% |
| Co-humulone | 29–34% | 37–43% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.6 mL | 1.8–3 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 23–30% |
| Humulene | - | 12–19% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | - | 9–12% |
| Origin | Poland | Australia |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
Galena
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