Amarillo
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
1–2.3 mL
United States
Idaho Gem
Alpha acid
11–14%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.3–2.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Amarillo
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Idaho Gem
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyCitrus
Only in Amarillo
FloralTropicalOrangeLemonMelonApricotPeachGrapefruitDank
Only in Idaho Gem
PineappleCherryCandiedHerbalMintStone fruitRedberryMojitoSweet
Property
| Property | Amarillo | Idaho Gem |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–11% | 11–14% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–8% | 5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 21–24% | 40–45% |
| Total oil | 1–2.3 mL | 1.3–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–70% | - |
| Humulene | 19–24% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 6–9% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |