AmarillovsTriplePearl
Amarillo (aroma) and TriplePearl (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
TriplePearl
Alpha acid
10–11.2%
Beta acid
3.3–4.2%
Total oil
0.8–1.8 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Amarillo
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick TriplePearl
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralSpicyCitrusOrangeMelon
Only in Amarillo
TropicalLemonApricotPeachGrapefruitDank
Only in TriplePearl
ZestResinBlack currantSandalwoodCedar
Property
| Property | Amarillo | TriplePearl |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–11% | 10–11.2% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–8% | 3.3–4.2% |
| Co-humulone | 21–24% | 21–55% |
| Total oil | 1–2.3 mL | 0.8–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–70% | 39–55% |
| Humulene | 19–24% | 7–11% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | 3–5% |
| Farnesene | 6–9% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |