Nectaron
Alpha acid
9.5–12%
Beta acid
4.5–5%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
New Zealand
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 Nectaron
- 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 Nectaron
CitrusPineapplePassion fruitPeachGrapefruitNectar
Only in Enigma
BerryStone fruitRaspberryRedcurrantWhite
Property
| Property | Nectaron | Enigma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.5–12% | 13.5–19.4% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–5% | 4.5–7.1% |
| Co-humulone | 26–28% | 37–43% |
| Total oil | 1–1.7 mL | 1.8–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 59–65% | 23–30% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 12–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–5% | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 9–12% |
| Origin | New Zealand | Australia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Citra
Hallertau Blanc