Smooth ConevsAmarillo

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

Smooth Cone

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

7–9.5%

Beta acid

3.4–5.2%

Total oil

0.4–1.14 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 Smooth Cone

  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Amarillo

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Smooth Cone

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Only in Amarillo

FloralSpicyTropicalCitrusOrangeLemonMelonApricotPeachGrapefruitDank

Property

PropertySmooth ConeAmarillo
Alpha acid7–9.5%7–11%
Beta acid3.4–5.2%5.5–8%
Co-humulone31%21–24%
Total oil0.4–1.14 mL1–2.3 mL
Myrcene54–56%40–70%
Humulene20–22%19–24%
Caryophyllene5–7%7–10%
Farnesene0–1%6–9%
OriginNew ZealandUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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