AmarillovsHBC 692

Amarillo and HBC 692 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 692

Aroma

Alpha acid

8.9–9.5%

Beta acid

8.3–10.2%

Total oil

1–2.2 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Amarillo

  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick HBC 692

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

FloralGrapefruit

Only in Amarillo

SpicyTropicalCitrusOrangeLemonMelonApricotPeachDank

Only in HBC 692

Stone fruitPotpourriWoodyCreamPine

Property

PropertyAmarilloHBC 692
Alpha acid7–11%8.9–9.5%
Beta acid5.5–8%8.3–10.2%
Co-humulone21–24%-
Total oil1–2.3 mL1–2.2 mL
Myrcene40–70%-
Humulene19–24%-
Caryophyllene7–10%-
Farnesene6–9%-
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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