AmarillovsStyrian Dragon
Amarillo and Styrian Dragon 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
Styrian Dragon
Alpha acid
6–11%
Beta acid
7.5–8.5%
Total oil
1.5–2.1 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Amarillo
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Styrian Dragon
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralTropicalCitrusLemonGrapefruit
Only in Amarillo
SpicyOrangeMelonApricotPeachDank
Only in Styrian Dragon
BerryRose
Property
| Property | Amarillo | Styrian Dragon |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–11% | 6–11% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–8% | 7.5–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 21–24% | 23–24% |
| Total oil | 1–2.3 mL | 1.5–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–70% | 58–63% |
| Humulene | 19–24% | 22–33% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | 12–16% |
| Farnesene | 6–9% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |