Zythos
Alpha acid
10–12.5%
Beta acid
4.7–6.2%
Total oil
0.7–1.2 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 Zythos
- 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
CitrusFloralGrapefruitTropical
Only in Zythos
TangerinePine
Only in Amarillo
SpicyOrangeLemonMelonApricotPeachDank
Property
| Property | Zythos | Amarillo |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–12.5% | 7–11% |
| Beta acid | 4.7–6.2% | 5.5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 28–31% | 21–24% |
| Total oil | 0.7–1.2 mL | 1–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–50% | 40–70% |
| Humulene | 14–23% | 19–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 1–3% | 6–9% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |