Brewer's Gold (GR)vsAmarillo
Brewer's Gold (GR) (bittering) and Amarillo (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Brewer's Gold (GR)
Alpha acid
4.5–7.8%
Beta acid
2.9–3.7%
Total oil
0.8–2.2 mL
Germany
Amarillo
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
1–2.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Brewer's Gold (GR)
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Amarillo
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Brewer's Gold (GR)
Black currant
Only in Amarillo
FloralTropicalCitrusOrangeLemonMelonApricotPeachGrapefruitDank
Property
| Property | Brewer's Gold (GR) | Amarillo |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–7.8% | 7–11% |
| Beta acid | 2.9–3.7% | 5.5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 39–48% | 21–24% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.2 mL | 1–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 40–70% |
| Humulene | 29–31% | 19–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–8% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–9% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |