Puławski
Alpha acid
8–11%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
-
Poland
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 Puławski
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Enigma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
White
Only in Puławski
SpiceClovePapayaLemonHerbal
Only in Enigma
TropicalBerryStone fruitRaspberryRedcurrant
Property
| Property | Puławski | Enigma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–11% | 13.5–19.4% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 4.5–7.1% |
| Co-humulone | 26–30% | 37–43% |
| Total oil | - | 1.8–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 38–39% | 23–30% |
| Humulene | 24–25% | 12–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–13% | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | - | 9–12% |
| Origin | Poland | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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