Michigan CoppervsEnigma
Michigan Copper and Enigma are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Michigan Copper
Alpha acid
8.8–11%
Beta acid
2–3.5%
Total oil
1.15–2.7 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 Michigan Copper
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Enigma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Tropical
Only in Michigan Copper
HibiscusFloralBlack currantCandyResinFruity
Only in Enigma
BerryStone fruitRaspberryRedcurrantWhite
Property
| Property | Michigan Copper | Enigma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.8–11% | 13.5–19.4% |
| Beta acid | 2–3.5% | 4.5–7.1% |
| Co-humulone | 32–36% | 37–43% |
| Total oil | 1.15–2.7 mL | 1.8–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 42–44% | 23–30% |
| Humulene | 17–18% | 12–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–8% | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 9–12% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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