AmarillovsPalisade

Amarillo (aroma) and Palisade (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

Palisade

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

5.5–10%

Beta acid

5.5–8%

Total oil

0.8–2 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Amarillo

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Palisade

  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

FloralOrangeApricot

Only in Amarillo

SpicyTropicalCitrusLemonMelonPeachGrapefruitDank

Only in Palisade

YogurtHoneyPassion fruitClean

Property

PropertyAmarilloPalisade
Alpha acid7–11%5.5–10%
Beta acid5.5–8%5.5–8%
Co-humulone21–24%24–29%
Total oil1–2.3 mL0.8–2 mL
Myrcene40–70%45–55%
Humulene19–24%10–20%
Caryophyllene7–10%8–16%
Farnesene6–9%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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