AmarillovsMinstrel

Amarillo (aroma) and Minstrel (dual purpose) 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

Minstrel

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

5–7%

Beta acid

3–3.5%

Total oil

0.5–0.7 mL

United Kingdom

Key differences

When to pick Amarillo

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Minstrel

  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

SpicyOrange

Only in Amarillo

FloralTropicalCitrusLemonMelonApricotPeachGrapefruitDank

Only in Minstrel

HerbalBerry

Property

PropertyAmarilloMinstrel
Alpha acid7–11%5–7%
Beta acid5.5–8%3–3.5%
Co-humulone21–24%22–26%
Total oil1–2.3 mL0.5–0.7 mL
Myrcene40–70%22–25%
Humulene19–24%1–4%
Caryophyllene7–10%-
Farnesene6–9%7–9%
OriginUnited StatesUnited Kingdom
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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