X13459vsEnigma

X13459 and Enigma are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

X13459

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–5.5%

Beta acid

4–5%

Total oil

0.8–2 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 X13459

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

When to pick Enigma

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Tropical

Only in X13459

FloralPeachCitrusStrawberry

Only in Enigma

BerryStone fruitRaspberryRedcurrantWhite

Property

PropertyX13459Enigma
Alpha acid3–5.5%13.5–19.4%
Beta acid4–5%4.5–7.1%
Co-humulone21–24%37–43%
Total oil0.8–2 mL1.8–3 mL
Myrcene-23–30%
Humulene-12–19%
Caryophyllene-6–8%
Farnesene-9–12%
OriginUnited StatesAustralia
PurposeAromaAroma

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