Amarillo
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
1–2.3 mL
United States
Galaxy
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
5–9%
Total oil
1.8–5 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Amarillo
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Galaxy
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
TropicalCitrusPeachDank
Only in Amarillo
FloralSpicyOrangeLemonMelonApricotGrapefruit
Only in Galaxy
Passion fruitPineappleCannabis
Property
| Property | Amarillo | Galaxy |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–11% | 11–16% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–8% | 5–9% |
| Co-humulone | 21–24% | 32–42% |
| Total oil | 1–2.3 mL | 1.8–5 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–70% | 33–69% |
| Humulene | 19–24% | 1–2% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | 7–13% |
| Farnesene | 6–9% | 3–5% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |