Amarillo
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
1–2.3 mL
United States
Brooklyn
Alpha acid
17.5–19.5%
Beta acid
8–10%
Total oil
-
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Amarillo
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Brooklyn
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyTropicalGrapefruit
Only in Amarillo
FloralCitrusOrangeLemonMelonApricotPeachDank
Only in Brooklyn
Passion fruitHay
Property
| Property | Amarillo | Brooklyn |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–11% | 17.5–19.5% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–8% | 8–10% |
| Co-humulone | 21–24% | 26% |
| Total oil | 1–2.3 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 40–70% | - |
| Humulene | 19–24% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 6–9% | - |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |