AmarillovsLawton

Amarillo (aroma) and Lawton (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Amarillo

Aroma

Alpha acid

7–11%

Beta acid

5.5–8%

Total oil

1–2.3 mL

United States

Lawton

Bittering

Alpha acid

3.5–4%

Beta acid

3–3.2%

Total oil

-

United States

Key differences

When to pick Amarillo

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Lawton

  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Dank

Only in Amarillo

FloralSpicyTropicalCitrusOrangeLemonMelonApricotPeachGrapefruit

Only in Lawton

PungentWoodyEarthy

Property

PropertyAmarilloLawton
Alpha acid7–11%3.5–4%
Beta acid5.5–8%3–3.2%
Co-humulone21–24%-
Total oil1–2.3 mL-
Myrcene40–70%-
Humulene19–24%-
Caryophyllene7–10%-
Farnesene6–9%-
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaBittering

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