AmarillovsNobility Blend
Amarillo (aroma) and Nobility Blend (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Amarillo
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
1–2.3 mL
United States
Nobility Blend
Alpha acid
4.2–4.5%
Beta acid
4.9–5.3%
Total oil
-
United States
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
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Nobility Blend
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralSpicyOrangeLemon
Only in Amarillo
TropicalCitrusMelonApricotPeachGrapefruitDank
Only in Nobility Blend
LemongrassGreen
Property
| Property | Amarillo | Nobility Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–11% | 4.2–4.5% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–8% | 4.9–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | 21–24% | 27% |
| Total oil | 1–2.3 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 40–70% | 34–38% |
| Humulene | 19–24% | 22–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | 26–28% |
| Farnesene | 6–9% | 6–8% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |