Amarillo
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
1–2.3 mL
United States
Harlequin
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
1–1.6 mL
UK
Key differences
When to pick Amarillo
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Harlequin
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Peach
Only in Amarillo
FloralSpicyTropicalCitrusOrangeLemonMelonApricotGrapefruitDank
Only in Harlequin
Passion fruitPineapple
Property
| Property | Amarillo | Harlequin |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–11% | 9–12% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–8% | 7–9% |
| Co-humulone | 21–24% | 27–31% |
| Total oil | 1–2.3 mL | 1–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–70% | 59–61% |
| Humulene | 19–24% | 4–6% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 6–9% | 9–11% |
| Origin | United States | UK |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |