Zagrava
Alpha acid
4–7%
Beta acid
8–12%
Total oil
2–3 mL
Ukraine
Amarillo
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
1–2.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Zagrava
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Amarillo
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyFloral
Only in Zagrava
HerbalFruity
Only in Amarillo
TropicalCitrusOrangeLemonMelonApricotPeachGrapefruitDank
Property
| Property | Zagrava | Amarillo |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–7% | 7–11% |
| Beta acid | 8–12% | 5.5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 24–28% | 21–24% |
| Total oil | 2–3 mL | 1–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–50% | 40–70% |
| Humulene | 14–16% | 19–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–8% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 12–18% | 6–9% |
| Origin | Ukraine | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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