Azacca
Alpha acid
14–16%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.6–2.5 mL
United States
Amarillo
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
1–2.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Azacca
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Amarillo
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
OrangeGrapefruitLemonSpicyTropicalCitrus
Only in Azacca
MangoPapayaPineappleGrassy
Only in Amarillo
FloralMelonApricotPeachDank
Property
| Property | Azacca | Amarillo |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–16% | 7–11% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | 5.5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 38–45% | 21–24% |
| Total oil | 1.6–2.5 mL | 1–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 46–55% | 40–70% |
| Humulene | 14–18% | 19–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–12% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–9% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |