AmarillovsGreen Bullet
Amarillo (aroma) and Green Bullet (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
Green Bullet
Alpha acid
11–15%
Beta acid
6.5–7%
Total oil
1–1.4 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Amarillo
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Green Bullet
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Amarillo
SpicyTropicalCitrusOrangeLemonMelonApricotPeachGrapefruitDank
Only in Green Bullet
PineBlack currantPlumResinDried
Property
| Property | Amarillo | Green Bullet |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–11% | 11–15% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–8% | 6.5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 21–24% | 38–43% |
| Total oil | 1–2.3 mL | 1–1.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–70% | 37–39% |
| Humulene | 19–24% | 28–29% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | 9–10% |
| Farnesene | 6–9% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |