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Amarillo®

Amarillo is a popular American aroma hop known for its vibrant orange-citrus character and floral bouquet. It delivers sweet orange, grapefruit, and tropical fruit notes with subtle herbal and spicy undertones. With moderate alpha acids and a smooth bitterness, Amarillo is a versatile hop used in a wide range of beer styles—from IPAs to pale ales and beyond. 

Available Formats

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T-90
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CGX®
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CGX® Nuvo™
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Fresh Hops

Characteristics

Bright

Citrus

Punchy

Profile
Bright orange zest, grapefruit, and tropical fruit with floral, herbal, and subtle stone fruit spice undertones. 

Beer Styles
IPA, Double IPA, Pale Ale, Amber Ale, Session IPA 

Pairings
Centennial, Citra, Chinook, Comet, Strata 

Brewing Values

Alpha Acids
6.7 - 11%
Beta Acids
5 - 7.1%
Total Oils
up to 1.9 ml/100g
Myrcene
16.7-70%
Caryophyllene
up to 8.3%
Farnesene
up to 6.8%
Linalool
up to 1%
Geraniol
up to 0.4%

Sensory Analysis

Amarillo is a game-changer for our brews. The bright citrus punch especially the orange and grapefruit notes, bring our IPA to life. It's smooth and versatile and delivers the  bold aroma we love.

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Tim Matthews, Head of Brewing Operations Oskar Blues Brewery

Just brew it.

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