Southern DawnvsAmarillo
Southern Dawn (dual purpose) and Amarillo (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Southern Dawn
Alpha acid
11.2–13.5%
Beta acid
4.3–5.9%
Total oil
-
South Africa
Amarillo
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
1–2.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Southern Dawn
- 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
CitrusSpicy
Only in Southern Dawn
QuinceLemongrassGingerChamomileStrawberryFruityHerbal
Only in Amarillo
FloralTropicalOrangeLemonMelonApricotPeachGrapefruitDank
Property
| Property | Southern Dawn | Amarillo |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.2–13.5% | 7–11% |
| Beta acid | 4.3–5.9% | 5.5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 31–33% | 21–24% |
| Total oil | - | 1–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 22–45% | 40–70% |
| Humulene | 17–25% | 19–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–11% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 4–10% | 6–9% |
| Origin | South Africa | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |