Amarillo
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
1–2.3 mL
United States
Pilgrim
Alpha acid
9–13%
Beta acid
4.2–5.5%
Total oil
1–1.8 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Amarillo
- 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 Pilgrim
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyCitrusLemonGrapefruit
Only in Amarillo
FloralTropicalOrangeMelonApricotPeachDank
Only in Pilgrim
FruityPearBerry
Property
| Property | Amarillo | Pilgrim |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–11% | 9–13% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–8% | 4.2–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 21–24% | 36–38% |
| Total oil | 1–2.3 mL | 1–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–70% | 30–35% |
| Humulene | 19–24% | 21–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 6–9% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |