SabrovsEnigma

Sabro and Enigma are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Sabro

Aroma

Alpha acid

12–17%

Beta acid

4–7%

Total oil

1.8–3.5 mL

United States

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 Sabro

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Enigma

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

TropicalStone fruit

Only in Sabro

CitrusTangerineCoconutCedarMintCreamHerbal

Only in Enigma

BerryRaspberryRedcurrantWhite

Property

PropertySabroEnigma
Alpha acid12–17%13.5–19.4%
Beta acid4–7%4.5–7.1%
Co-humulone20–24%37–43%
Total oil1.8–3.5 mL1.8–3 mL
Myrcene50–68%23–30%
Humulene7–14%12–19%
Caryophyllene7–11%6–8%
Farnesene0–1%9–12%
OriginUnited StatesAustralia
PurposeAromaAroma

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