AmarillovsSuper Pride
Amarillo (aroma) and Super Pride (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Amarillo
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
1–2.3 mL
United States
Super Pride
Alpha acid
12.5–16.3%
Beta acid
4.5–8%
Total oil
3–4 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Amarillo
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Super Pride
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Amarillo
FloralSpicyTropicalCitrusOrangeLemonMelonApricotPeachGrapefruitDank
Only in Super Pride
ResinFruityMild
Property
| Property | Amarillo | Super Pride |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–11% | 12.5–16.3% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–8% | 4.5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 21–24% | 25–50% |
| Total oil | 1–2.3 mL | 3–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–70% | 34–42% |
| Humulene | 19–24% | 1–2% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | 6–9% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |