YQH-1380vsAmarillo

YQH-1380 (dual purpose) and Amarillo (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

YQH-1380

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

9.3–11%

Beta acid

6.8–7%

Total oil

1.3–2 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 YQH-1380

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • 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

PeachOrange

Only in YQH-1380

PineappleGuavaLime

Only in Amarillo

FloralSpicyTropicalCitrusLemonMelonApricotGrapefruitDank

Property

PropertyYQH-1380Amarillo
Alpha acid9.3–11%7–11%
Beta acid6.8–7%5.5–8%
Co-humulone32–33%21–24%
Total oil1.3–2 mL1–2.3 mL
Myrcene67–68%40–70%
Humulene9–10%19–24%
Caryophyllene4–5%7–10%
Farnesene0–1%6–9%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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