Waimea
Alpha acid
14.5–19%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
1.8–2.3 mL
New Zealand
Amarillo
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
1–2.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Waimea
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Amarillo
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Waimea
PineMandarinHerbalTangerine
Only in Amarillo
FloralSpicyTropicalOrangeLemonMelonApricotPeachGrapefruitDank
Property
| Property | Waimea | Amarillo |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14.5–19% | 7–11% |
| Beta acid | 7–9% | 5.5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 21–24% |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.3 mL | 1–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 59–61% | 40–70% |
| Humulene | 9–10% | 19–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–3% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 4–6% | 6–9% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |