Atlas
Alpha acid
5–11%
Beta acid
4%
Total oil
1.3–1.6 mL
Slovenia
Amarillo
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
1–2.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Atlas
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Amarillo
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Atlas
LimePine
Only in Amarillo
SpicyTropicalCitrusOrangeLemonMelonApricotPeachGrapefruitDank
Property
| Property | Atlas | Amarillo |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–11% | 7–11% |
| Beta acid | 4% | 5.5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 36–38% | 21–24% |
| Total oil | 1.3–1.6 mL | 1–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 58–59% | 40–70% |
| Humulene | 8–10% | 19–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–5% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 13–14% | 6–9% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |