Styrian FoxvsAmarillo

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

Styrian Fox

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

5.7–12%

Beta acid

2.1–4%

Total oil

0.4–1.7 mL

Slovenia

Amarillo

Aroma

Alpha acid

7–11%

Beta acid

5.5–8%

Total oil

1–2.3 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Styrian Fox

  • 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

Shared aromas

TropicalCitrus

Only in Styrian Fox

Black currantLemongrassMarjoramElderflowerPineapplePineHoney

Only in Amarillo

FloralSpicyOrangeLemonMelonApricotPeachGrapefruitDank

Property

PropertyStyrian FoxAmarillo
Alpha acid5.7–12%7–11%
Beta acid2.1–4%5.5–8%
Co-humulone26–30%21–24%
Total oil0.4–1.7 mL1–2.3 mL
Myrcene50–60%40–70%
Humulene12–14%19–24%
Caryophyllene4–6%7–10%
Farnesene0–1%6–9%
OriginSloveniaUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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