AmarillovsApollo

Amarillo (aroma) and Apollo (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Amarillo

Aroma

Alpha acid

7–11%

Beta acid

5.5–8%

Total oil

1–2.3 mL

United States

Apollo

Bittering

Alpha acid

15–20.5%

Beta acid

5.5–8%

Total oil

0.8–2.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Amarillo

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Apollo

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

CitrusOrangeLemonGrapefruitDank

Only in Amarillo

FloralSpicyTropicalMelonApricotPeach

Only in Apollo

PineResinCannabisLime

Property

PropertyAmarilloApollo
Alpha acid7–11%15–20.5%
Beta acid5.5–8%5.5–8%
Co-humulone21–24%23–28%
Total oil1–2.3 mL0.8–2.5 mL
Myrcene40–70%30–50%
Humulene19–24%20–35%
Caryophyllene7–10%14–20%
Farnesene6–9%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaBittering

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