Southern PromisevsAmarillo
Southern Promise (dual purpose) and Amarillo (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Southern Promise
Alpha acid
9.5–14.5%
Beta acid
3.6–5.8%
Total oil
0.7–1.1 mL
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 Promise
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Amarillo
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- 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
CitrusFloral
Only in Southern Promise
HerbalFruityWoodyBerry
Only in Amarillo
SpicyTropicalOrangeLemonMelonApricotPeachGrapefruitDank
Property
| Property | Southern Promise | Amarillo |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.5–14.5% | 7–11% |
| Beta acid | 3.6–5.8% | 5.5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 20–22% | 21–24% |
| Total oil | 0.7–1.1 mL | 1–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 21–25% | 40–70% |
| Humulene | 23–27% | 19–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–11% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–9% |
| Origin | South Africa | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |