Paradigm
Alpha acid
8–11.7%
Beta acid
3.9–6.3%
Total oil
1.2–2.17 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 Paradigm
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Enigma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Stone fruitTropical
Only in Paradigm
HerbalSpicyMelonCandyDankPapayaMintPearChamomile
Only in Enigma
BerryRaspberryRedcurrantWhite
Property
| Property | Paradigm | Enigma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–11.7% | 13.5–19.4% |
| Beta acid | 3.9–6.3% | 4.5–7.1% |
| Co-humulone | 34–35% | 37–43% |
| Total oil | 1.2–2.17 mL | 1.8–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–40% | 23–30% |
| Humulene | 4–5% | 12–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–4% | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 9–12% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Hallertau Blanc