Hop: Enigma

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.

General Information

Profile Tropical fruits, raspberry, red currant, stone fruit, pinot gris
Country Australia
Substitutes N/A
Purpose Dual: Aroma and Bittering

Acids

Alpha Acid 14.5 - 16.5%
Beta Acid 4.5 - 6.0%
Cohumulone 37.0 - 43.0%

Oils

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 (Added: 2020-12-10 08:54:15)
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  • Dwarf variety hops grow shorter in height than traditional varieties but, importantly, produce the same yield. This combination makes harvest easier.
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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.
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