AmarillovsFantasia Blend
Amarillo (aroma) and Fantasia Blend (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Amarillo
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
1–2.3 mL
United States
Fantasia Blend
Alpha acid
4.3–6.5%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
0.9–1.25 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Amarillo
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Fantasia Blend
- 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 Fantasia Blend
FruityCaramelCreamNobleStone fruit
Property
| Property | Amarillo | Fantasia Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–11% | 4.3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–8% | - |
| Co-humulone | 21–24% | - |
| Total oil | 1–2.3 mL | 0.9–1.25 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–70% | - |
| Humulene | 19–24% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 6–9% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |