Wild WolfvsEnigma

Wild Wolf (dual purpose) and Enigma (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Wild Wolf

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8.25%

Beta acid

5.88%

Total oil

-

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 Wild Wolf

  • 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 Wild Wolf

FruityHerbalEarthy

Only in Enigma

TropicalBerryStone fruitRaspberryRedcurrantWhite

Property

PropertyWild WolfEnigma
Alpha acid8.25%13.5–19.4%
Beta acid5.88%4.5–7.1%
Co-humulone-37–43%
Total oil-1.8–3 mL
Myrcene-23–30%
Humulene-12–19%
Caryophyllene-6–8%
Farnesene-9–12%
OriginUnited StatesAustralia
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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