TriumphvsAmarillo

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

Triumph

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

9–12%

Beta acid

3–5%

Total oil

0.8–1.8 mL

United States

Amarillo

Aroma

Alpha acid

7–11%

Beta acid

5.5–8%

Total oil

1–2.3 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Triumph

  • 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

SpicyOrangePeachCitrus

Only in Triumph

PineLimeFruity

Only in Amarillo

FloralTropicalLemonMelonApricotGrapefruitDank

Property

PropertyTriumphAmarillo
Alpha acid9–12%7–11%
Beta acid3–5%5.5–8%
Co-humulone22–26%21–24%
Total oil0.8–1.8 mL1–2.3 mL
Myrcene25–40%40–70%
Humulene28–34%19–24%
Caryophyllene8–10%7–10%
Farnesene0–1%6–9%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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