HBC 630vsAmarillo

HBC 630 (dual purpose) and Amarillo (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

HBC 630

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

12–15%

Beta acid

5–7%

Total oil

1.5–3 mL

United States

Amarillo

Aroma

Alpha acid

7–11%

Beta acid

5.5–8%

Total oil

1–2.3 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick HBC 630

  • 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

FloralCitrusTropical

Only in HBC 630

CherryHerbalRaspberryCandyFruity

Only in Amarillo

SpicyOrangeLemonMelonApricotPeachGrapefruitDank

Property

PropertyHBC 630Amarillo
Alpha acid12–15%7–11%
Beta acid5–7%5.5–8%
Co-humulone20–26%21–24%
Total oil1.5–3 mL1–2.3 mL
Myrcene40–50%40–70%
Humulene15–20%19–24%
Caryophyllene11–15%7–10%
Farnesene0–1%6–9%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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