DanavsAmarillo

Dana (dual purpose) and Amarillo (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Dana

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

7.2–13%

Beta acid

2.7–6%

Total oil

0.9–1.6 mL

Slovenia

Amarillo

Aroma

Alpha acid

7–11%

Beta acid

5.5–8%

Total oil

1–2.3 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Dana

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

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

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

FloralCitrus

Only in Dana

Pine

Only in Amarillo

SpicyTropicalOrangeLemonMelonApricotPeachGrapefruitDank

Property

PropertyDanaAmarillo
Alpha acid7.2–13%7–11%
Beta acid2.7–6%5.5–8%
Co-humulone22–31%21–24%
Total oil0.9–1.6 mL1–2.3 mL
Myrcene35–53%40–70%
Humulene20–27%19–24%
Caryophyllene4–8%7–10%
Farnesene6–9%6–9%
OriginSloveniaUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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