Amarillo®

Amarillo® hops are a new favorite of microbrewers. The flavor and aroma resemble a supercharged version of Cascade. It has floral, tropical, and citrus (lemon, orange and grapefruit) characteristics thanks to it having one of the highest Myrcene oil contents of hop varieties.


Alpha Acids: 8% – 11%

Beta Acids: 6.0-7.0%

Alpha-Beta Ratio: 1.1 - 1.8

Cohumulone: (% of alpha acids): 21-24%

Total Oils in mls per 100 grams dried: 1.4-1.9

Storage (% of alpha acids remaining after 6 months storage at 68°F): 96%

Similar Hops Varieties: Cascade, Centennial, Simcoe

Beer styles: Pale Ale, Wheat beer, Bitter, Red

(Storability?)

Origin: American

Flavor and Aroma: Citrus, Floral

(Alpha Acids?)

Use: Aroma & Flavor

Total Oil Content: High