Merkur
Alpha acid
12–16.2%
Beta acid
4.5–7.3%
Total oil
2–3 mL
Germany
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 Merkur
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Enigma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Merkur
SugarPineappleMintCitrusEarthy
Only in Enigma
TropicalBerryStone fruitRaspberryRedcurrantWhite
Property
| Property | Merkur | Enigma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–16.2% | 13.5–19.4% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–7.3% | 4.5–7.1% |
| Co-humulone | 17–20% | 37–43% |
| Total oil | 2–3 mL | 1.8–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–50% | 23–30% |
| Humulene | 28–32% | 12–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 9–12% |
| Origin | Germany | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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