Eclipse
Alpha acid
15.7–19%
Beta acid
5.9–9%
Total oil
1.8–2.7 mL
Australia
Amarillo
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
1–2.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Eclipse
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Amarillo
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Eclipse
PineMandarin
Only in Amarillo
FloralSpicyTropicalOrangeLemonMelonApricotPeachGrapefruitDank
Property
| Property | Eclipse | Amarillo |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 15.7–19% | 7–11% |
| Beta acid | 5.9–9% | 5.5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 33–37% | 21–24% |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.7 mL | 1–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–49% | 40–70% |
| Humulene | 0–2% | 19–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–12% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–9% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |