AmarillovsZamba Blend
Amarillo and Zamba Blend 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
Zamba Blend
Alpha acid
8–12%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Amarillo
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Zamba Blend
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Orange
Only in Amarillo
FloralSpicyTropicalCitrusLemonMelonApricotPeachGrapefruitDank
Only in Zamba Blend
MangoStone fruitTangerinePineapple
Property
| Property | Amarillo | Zamba Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–11% | 8–12% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–8% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 21–24% | 28–32% |
| Total oil | 1–2.3 mL | 1.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–70% | 60–70% |
| Humulene | 19–24% | 9–13% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 6–9% | 1–4% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |