AmarillovsFirst Gold
Amarillo (aroma) and First Gold (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
First Gold
Alpha acid
5.6–10%
Beta acid
2.3–4.1%
Total oil
0.7–1.5 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Amarillo
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- 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 First Gold
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralSpicyOrangeApricot
Only in Amarillo
TropicalCitrusLemonMelonPeachGrapefruitDank
Only in First Gold
TangerineMagnoliaRedberryHerbalHerbal
Property
| Property | Amarillo | First Gold |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–11% | 5.6–10% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–8% | 2.3–4.1% |
| Co-humulone | 21–24% | 29–35% |
| Total oil | 1–2.3 mL | 0.7–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–70% | 24–28% |
| Humulene | 19–24% | 20–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | 6–7% |
| Farnesene | 6–9% | 2–4% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |