AmarillovsHBC 472

Amarillo and HBC 472 are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Amarillo

Aroma

Alpha acid

7–11%

Beta acid

5.5–8%

Total oil

1–2.3 mL

United States

HBC 472

Aroma

Alpha acid

7–12%

Beta acid

7–9%

Total oil

1.3–3 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Amarillo

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick HBC 472

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

FloralCitrusGrapefruit

Only in Amarillo

SpicyTropicalOrangeLemonMelonApricotPeachDank

Only in HBC 472

WoodyEarthyCoconutFruityWhiskey

Property

PropertyAmarilloHBC 472
Alpha acid7–11%7–12%
Beta acid5.5–8%7–9%
Co-humulone21–24%40–45%
Total oil1–2.3 mL1.3–3 mL
Myrcene40–70%35–45%
Humulene19–24%0.5–2%
Caryophyllene7–10%26–32%
Farnesene6–9%3–6%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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