Amarillo
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
1–2.3 mL
United States
Zythos
Alpha acid
10–12.5%
Beta acid
4.7–6.2%
Total oil
0.7–1.2 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 Zythos
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralTropicalCitrusGrapefruit
Only in Amarillo
SpicyOrangeLemonMelonApricotPeachDank
Only in Zythos
TangerinePine
Property
| Property | Amarillo | Zythos |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–11% | 10–12.5% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–8% | 4.7–6.2% |
| Co-humulone | 21–24% | 28–31% |
| Total oil | 1–2.3 mL | 0.7–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–70% | 30–50% |
| Humulene | 19–24% | 14–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 6–9% | 1–3% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |