Pilgrim
Alpha acid
9–13%
Beta acid
4.2–5.5%
Total oil
1–1.8 mL
United Kingdom
Amarillo
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
1–2.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Pilgrim
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Amarillo
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyLemonGrapefruitCitrus
Only in Pilgrim
FruityPearBerry
Only in Amarillo
FloralTropicalOrangeMelonApricotPeachDank
Property
| Property | Pilgrim | Amarillo |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–13% | 7–11% |
| Beta acid | 4.2–5.5% | 5.5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 36–38% | 21–24% |
| Total oil | 1–1.8 mL | 1–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–35% | 40–70% |
| Humulene | 21–25% | 19–24% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–9% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |