Amarillo
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
1–2.3 mL
United States
Kazbek
Alpha acid
5–8%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
0.9–1.8 mL
Czech Republic
Key differences
When to pick Amarillo
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Kazbek
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyLemon
Only in Amarillo
FloralTropicalCitrusOrangeMelonApricotPeachGrapefruitDank
Only in Kazbek
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Property
| Property | Amarillo | Kazbek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–11% | 5–8% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–8% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 21–24% | 35–40% |
| Total oil | 1–2.3 mL | 0.9–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–70% | 40–55% |
| Humulene | 19–24% | 20–35% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 6–9% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Czech Republic |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |