NZH-107vsEnigma

NZH-107 (dual purpose) and Enigma (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

NZH-107

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8–11%

Beta acid

5–7%

Total oil

1.4–2.2 mL

New Zealand

Enigma

Aroma

Alpha acid

13.5–19.4%

Beta acid

4.5–7.1%

Total oil

1.8–3 mL

Australia

Key differences

When to pick NZH-107

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Enigma

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in NZH-107

Passion fruitCitrusGrapefruit

Only in Enigma

TropicalBerryStone fruitRaspberryRedcurrantWhite

Property

PropertyNZH-107Enigma
Alpha acid8–11%13.5–19.4%
Beta acid5–7%4.5–7.1%
Co-humulone27–31%37–43%
Total oil1.4–2.2 mL1.8–3 mL
Myrcene55–65%23–30%
Humulene7–10%12–19%
Caryophyllene4–8%6–8%
Farnesene4–7%9–12%
OriginNew ZealandAustralia
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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