Yakima GoldvsAmarillo
Yakima Gold (dual purpose) and Amarillo (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Yakima Gold
Alpha acid
7–8%
Beta acid
3.5–4.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Amarillo
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
1–2.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Yakima Gold
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Amarillo
- 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
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitLemon
Only in Yakima Gold
Smooth
Only in Amarillo
FloralSpicyTropicalCitrusOrangeMelonApricotPeachDank
Property
| Property | Yakima Gold | Amarillo |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–8% | 7–11% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–4.5% | 5.5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 21–23% | 21–24% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 1–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 40–70% |
| Humulene | 18–24% | 19–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 8–12% | 6–9% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |