Amarillo
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
1–2.3 mL
United States
Dr. Rudi
Alpha acid
10–12%
Beta acid
7–8.5%
Total oil
1.3–1.6 mL
New Zealand
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 Dr. Rudi
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Amarillo
FloralSpicyTropicalCitrusOrangeLemonMelonApricotPeachGrapefruitDank
Only in Dr. Rudi
ResinPineLemongrass
Property
| Property | Amarillo | Dr. Rudi |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–11% | 10–12% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–8% | 7–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 21–24% | 36–39% |
| Total oil | 1–2.3 mL | 1.3–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–70% | 28–30% |
| Humulene | 19–24% | 33–34% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 6–9% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |