NZH-107vsAmarillo

NZH-107 (dual purpose) and Amarillo (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

NZH-107

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8–11%

Beta acid

5–7%

Total oil

1.4–2.2 mL

New Zealand

Amarillo

Aroma

Alpha acid

7–11%

Beta acid

5.5–8%

Total oil

1–2.3 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick NZH-107

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • 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

CitrusGrapefruit

Only in NZH-107

Passion fruit

Only in Amarillo

FloralSpicyTropicalOrangeLemonMelonApricotPeachDank

Property

PropertyNZH-107Amarillo
Alpha acid8–11%7–11%
Beta acid5–7%5.5–8%
Co-humulone27–31%21–24%
Total oil1.4–2.2 mL1–2.3 mL
Myrcene55–65%40–70%
Humulene7–10%19–24%
Caryophyllene4–8%7–10%
Farnesene4–7%6–9%
OriginNew ZealandUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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