Styrian DragonvsAmarillo
Styrian Dragon and Amarillo are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Styrian Dragon
Alpha acid
6–11%
Beta acid
7.5–8.5%
Total oil
1.5–2.1 mL
Slovenia
Amarillo
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
1–2.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Styrian Dragon
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Amarillo
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralCitrusGrapefruitLemonTropical
Only in Styrian Dragon
BerryRose
Only in Amarillo
SpicyOrangeMelonApricotPeachDank
Property
| Property | Styrian Dragon | Amarillo |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–11% | 7–11% |
| Beta acid | 7.5–8.5% | 5.5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 23–24% | 21–24% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.1 mL | 1–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 58–63% | 40–70% |
| Humulene | 22–33% | 19–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 12–16% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–9% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |