Tango
Alpha acid
7.5–11%
Beta acid
7.5–10%
Total oil
2.4–4 mL
Germany
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 Tango
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Enigma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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 Tango
Passion fruitPineappleSpicyCitrus
Only in Enigma
TropicalBerryStone fruitRaspberryRedcurrantWhite
Property
| Property | Tango | Enigma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.5–11% | 13.5–19.4% |
| Beta acid | 7.5–10% | 4.5–7.1% |
| Co-humulone | 19–25% | 37–43% |
| Total oil | 2.4–4 mL | 1.8–3 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 23–30% |
| Humulene | - | 12–19% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | - | 9–12% |
| Origin | Germany | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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