Comet
Alpha acid
8–12.4%
Beta acid
3–6.1%
Total oil
1–3.3 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 Comet
- 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
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Grapefruit
Only in Comet
GrassyWild
Only in Amarillo
FloralSpicyTropicalCitrusOrangeLemonMelonApricotPeachDank
Property
| Property | Comet | Amarillo |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–12.4% | 7–11% |
| Beta acid | 3–6.1% | 5.5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 34–45% | 21–24% |
| Total oil | 1–3.3 mL | 1–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–65% | 40–70% |
| Humulene | 1–2% | 19–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–15% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–9% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |