AmarillovsSitiva Blend
Amarillo and Sitiva Blend are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Amarillo
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
1–2.3 mL
United States
Sitiva Blend
Alpha acid
7.2–7.6%
Beta acid
4.2–4.5%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Amarillo
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Sitiva Blend
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralPeach
Only in Amarillo
SpicyTropicalCitrusOrangeLemonMelonApricotGrapefruitDank
Only in Sitiva Blend
Stone fruitLime
Property
| Property | Amarillo | Sitiva Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–11% | 7.2–7.6% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–8% | 4.2–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 21–24% | 27–28% |
| Total oil | 1–2.3 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 40–70% | 50–58% |
| Humulene | 19–24% | 10–11% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 6–9% | 9–10% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |