Enigma™ Hops: Profile & Substitutions

Description

Enigma™ was released by the Hop Products Australia breeding program and is a descendant of Tettnanger. This is a high alpha variety that also packs a unique aroma/flavor profile when used as a late kettle addition.

Enigma™ is often referred to as a "chameleon" as the profile can change quite a bit based on when it is used along with wort composition, other hopes, yeast, and profile.

At A Glance

Profile Tropical fruits, raspberry, red currant, stone fruit, pinot gris
Purpose Dual: Aroma and Bittering
Alpha Acid 14.5 - 16.5%

General Information

Country Australia

Brewing Chemistry (Acids & Oils)

Alpha Acid 14.5 - 16.5%
Beta Acid 4.5 - 6.0%
Cohumulone 37.0 - 43.0%
Total Oil 1.8 - 3.0 ml/100g
Myrcene 20.0 - 35.0%
Humulene 12.0 - 19.0%
Caryophyllene 6.0 - 8.0%
Farnesene 7.0 - 12.0%

Enigma Aroma/Flavor Profile

Last Updated
  • 2020-12-10 08:54:15
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Hops Catalog

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Explanations
  • Storage: is based on the percentage of alpha acids remaining after 6 months at 20*F.
  • Oil composition percetages are based on the total percentage of oil in the hop. Example: 10 - 20% means that for the specific oil it is 10 - 20% of the overall oil make up.