Amarillo
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
1–2.3 mL
United States
Triumph
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
3–5%
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
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Triumph
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyCitrusOrangePeach
Only in Amarillo
FloralTropicalLemonMelonApricotGrapefruitDank
Only in Triumph
PineLimeFruity
Property
| Property | Amarillo | Triumph |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–11% | 9–12% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–8% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | 21–24% | 22–26% |
| Total oil | 1–2.3 mL | 0.8–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–70% | 25–40% |
| Humulene | 19–24% | 28–34% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 6–9% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |