Taiheke
Alpha acid
5–9%
Beta acid
5–5.5%
Total oil
1–1.5 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 Taiheke
- 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
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Tropical
Only in Taiheke
CitrusGrapefruitLemonLimeFloralSpicy
Only in Enigma
BerryStone fruitRaspberryRedcurrantWhite
Property
| Property | Taiheke | Enigma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–9% | 13.5–19.4% |
| Beta acid | 5–5.5% | 4.5–7.1% |
| Co-humulone | 33–40% | 37–43% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | 1.8–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–60% | 23–30% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 12–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–10% | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–5% | 9–12% |
| Origin | New Zealand | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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