AmarillovsSouthern Aroma
Amarillo and Southern Aroma 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
Southern Aroma
Alpha acid
3.6–7.3%
Beta acid
5.4–6%
Total oil
0.6–0.8 mL
South Africa
Key differences
When to pick Amarillo
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Southern Aroma
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Amarillo
SpicyTropicalCitrusOrangeLemonMelonApricotPeachGrapefruitDank
Only in Southern Aroma
HayHerbalStrawNobleBlack currant
Property
| Property | Amarillo | Southern Aroma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–11% | 3.6–7.3% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–8% | 5.4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 21–24% | 19–25% |
| Total oil | 1–2.3 mL | 0.6–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–70% | 17–28% |
| Humulene | 19–24% | 22–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | 13–15% |
| Farnesene | 6–9% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | South Africa |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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