Amarillo
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
1–2.3 mL
United States
Topaz
Alpha acid
13.7–20.1%
Beta acid
4.9–7.9%
Total oil
1.3–2.2 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 Topaz
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Tropical
Only in Amarillo
FloralSpicyCitrusOrangeLemonMelonApricotPeachGrapefruitDank
Only in Topaz
LycheeCloveResinGrassyPinePassion fruit
Property
| Property | Amarillo | Topaz |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–11% | 13.7–20.1% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–8% | 4.9–7.9% |
| Co-humulone | 21–24% | 47–53% |
| Total oil | 1–2.3 mL | 1.3–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–70% | 18–56% |
| Humulene | 19–24% | 8–16% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | 6–13% |
| Farnesene | 6–9% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |