LumberjackvsAmarillo
Lumberjack (dual purpose) and Amarillo (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Lumberjack
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
-
Canada
Amarillo
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
1–2.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Lumberjack
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Amarillo
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
MelonCitrus
Only in Lumberjack
SpicesCloveAllspiceBitterEarthy
Only in Amarillo
FloralSpicyTropicalOrangeLemonApricotPeachGrapefruitDank
Property
| Property | Lumberjack | Amarillo |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–12% | 7–11% |
| Beta acid | - | 5.5–8% |
| Co-humulone | - | 21–24% |
| Total oil | - | 1–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 40–70% |
| Humulene | - | 19–24% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 6–9% |
| Origin | Canada | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |