AmarillovsPride of Ringwood

Amarillo (aroma) and Pride of Ringwood (bittering) 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

Pride of Ringwood

Bittering

Alpha acid

7–11%

Beta acid

4–8%

Total oil

-

Australia

Key differences

When to pick Amarillo

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

When to pick Pride of Ringwood

  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Amarillo

FloralSpicyTropicalCitrusOrangeLemonMelonApricotPeachGrapefruitDank

Only in Pride of Ringwood

CedarOakHerbal

Property

PropertyAmarilloPride of Ringwood
Alpha acid7–11%7–11%
Beta acid5.5–8%4–8%
Co-humulone21–24%26–39%
Total oil1–2.3 mL-
Myrcene40–70%24–41%
Humulene19–24%2–4%
Caryophyllene7–10%9–14%
Farnesene6–9%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesAustralia
PurposeAromaBittering

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