Amarillo
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
1–2.3 mL
United States
Boadicea
Alpha acid
7.5–10%
Beta acid
3.2–4.5%
Total oil
1.3–2.2 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Amarillo
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Boadicea
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Amarillo
SpicyTropicalCitrusOrangeLemonMelonApricotPeachGrapefruitDank
Only in Boadicea
BlossomFruity
Property
| Property | Amarillo | Boadicea |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–11% | 7.5–10% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–8% | 3.2–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 21–24% | 23–29% |
| Total oil | 1–2.3 mL | 1.3–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–70% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 19–24% | 19–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | 15–19% |
| Farnesene | 6–9% | 0–5% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Green Bullet