Ella
Alpha acid
13.3–19.2%
Beta acid
4–7.8%
Total oil
2.4–3.4 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 Ella
- 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
FloralSpicyGrapefruitTropical
Only in Ella
NobleAnise
Only in Amarillo
CitrusOrangeLemonMelonApricotPeachDank
Property
| Property | Ella | Amarillo |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.3–19.2% | 7–11% |
| Beta acid | 4–7.8% | 5.5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 33–40% | 21–24% |
| Total oil | 2.4–3.4 mL | 1–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 34–50% | 40–70% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 19–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–18% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 12–14% | 6–9% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |