AmarillovsRelax

Amarillo and Relax are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Amarillo

Aroma

Alpha acid

7–11%

Beta acid

5.5–8%

Total oil

1–2.3 mL

United States

Relax

Aroma

Alpha acid

0.3–4%

Beta acid

10–15%

Total oil

1–1.3 mL

Germany

Key differences

When to pick Amarillo

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Relax

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Melon

Only in Amarillo

FloralSpicyTropicalCitrusOrangeLemonApricotPeachGrapefruitDank

Only in Relax

HoneydewCognacLycheeLavenderLeatherHibiscusLemongrass

Property

PropertyAmarilloRelax
Alpha acid7–11%0.3–4%
Beta acid5.5–8%10–15%
Co-humulone21–24%-
Total oil1–2.3 mL1–1.3 mL
Myrcene40–70%17–30%
Humulene19–24%-
Caryophyllene7–10%-
Farnesene6–9%-
OriginUnited StatesGermany
PurposeAromaAroma

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