Hydra
Alpha acid
10.5–13.7%
Beta acid
6.4–7.9%
Total oil
-
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 Hydra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Amarillo
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusPeachApricotTropical
Only in Hydra
TangerineMandarinZestResinLimeBerryWatermelonRose
Only in Amarillo
FloralSpicyOrangeLemonMelonGrapefruitDank
Property
| Property | Hydra | Amarillo |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10.5–13.7% | 7–11% |
| Beta acid | 6.4–7.9% | 5.5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 27–28% | 21–24% |
| Total oil | - | 1–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 54–55% | 40–70% |
| Humulene | 11–12% | 19–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–9% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–9% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |