AmarillovsIndependence
Amarillo and Independence are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Amarillo
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
1–2.3 mL
United States
Independence
Alpha acid
4.7%
Beta acid
1.5%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Amarillo
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Independence
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralCitrus
Only in Amarillo
SpicyTropicalOrangeLemonMelonApricotPeachGrapefruitDank
Only in Independence
Stone fruitHerbalTobaccoEarthyPineGrassy
Property
| Property | Amarillo | Independence |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–11% | 4.7% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–8% | 1.5% |
| Co-humulone | 21–24% | 20–21% |
| Total oil | 1–2.3 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 40–70% | - |
| Humulene | 19–24% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 6–9% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |