Topaz
Alpha acid
13.7–20.1%
Beta acid
4.9–7.9%
Total oil
1.3–2.2 mL
Australia
Amarillo
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
1–2.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Topaz
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Amarillo
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Tropical
Only in Topaz
LycheeCloveResinGrassyPinePassion fruit
Only in Amarillo
FloralSpicyCitrusOrangeLemonMelonApricotPeachGrapefruitDank
Property
| Property | Topaz | Amarillo |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.7–20.1% | 7–11% |
| Beta acid | 4.9–7.9% | 5.5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 47–53% | 21–24% |
| Total oil | 1.3–2.2 mL | 1–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 18–56% | 40–70% |
| Humulene | 8–16% | 19–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–13% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–9% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |