TettnangervsEnigma
Tettnanger (dual purpose) and Enigma (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Tettnanger
Alpha acid
2.5–5.8%
Beta acid
2.8–5.3%
Total oil
0.4–1.1 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 Tettnanger
- 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
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- 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 Tettnanger
SpicyFloralPepperBlack currant
Only in Enigma
TropicalBerryStone fruitRaspberryRedcurrantWhite
Property
| Property | Tettnanger | Enigma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.5–5.8% | 13.5–19.4% |
| Beta acid | 2.8–5.3% | 4.5–7.1% |
| Co-humulone | 22–28% | 37–43% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1.1 mL | 1.8–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–41% | 23–30% |
| Humulene | 20–21% | 12–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–7% | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | 11–12% | 9–12% |
| Origin | Germany | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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