Amarillo
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
1–2.3 mL
United States
Melba
Alpha acid
7–10%
Beta acid
2.5–5%
Total oil
2–4 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Amarillo
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Melba
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyCitrusGrapefruit
Only in Amarillo
FloralTropicalOrangeLemonMelonApricotPeachDank
Only in Melba
Passion fruit
Property
| Property | Amarillo | Melba |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–11% | 7–10% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–8% | 2.5–5% |
| Co-humulone | 21–24% | 25–35% |
| Total oil | 1–2.3 mL | 2–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–70% | - |
| Humulene | 19–24% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 6–9% | - |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |