Amarillo
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
1–2.3 mL
United States
Strata
Alpha acid
11–12.5%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
2.3–3.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Amarillo
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Strata
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitDank
Only in Amarillo
FloralSpicyTropicalCitrusOrangeLemonMelonApricotPeach
Only in Strata
CannabisPassion fruitStrawberryMusty
Property
| Property | Amarillo | Strata |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–11% | 11–12.5% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–8% | 5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 21–24% | 21% |
| Total oil | 1–2.3 mL | 2.3–3.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–70% | 52–65% |
| Humulene | 19–24% | 22–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | 5–13% |
| Farnesene | 6–9% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Galaxy