Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 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 Liberty
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
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
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Liberty
NobleFloralHerbalSpicyDelicateCitrusLemon
Only in Enigma
TropicalBerryStone fruitRaspberryRedcurrantWhite
Property
| Property | Liberty | Enigma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 13.5–19.4% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 4.5–7.1% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 37–43% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.8 mL | 1.8–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 23–30% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 12–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 9–12% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
Hallertau Blanc
Nelson Sauvin