Amarillo Pellet Hops

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NOTE: Packaging either YCH or LD Carlson Amarillo hops originated in the U.S. and brings a relatively high alpha acid kick to the table ranging from 9% to 11%. This particular vari ety is packed with citrus aroma and flavour making it a great dual purpose hops. The myrcene oil content within the cone is some of the highest, and this explains its grapefruit and orange flavour. This myrcene level can also contribute a metallic flavour to the beer if used in abundance.Virgil Gamache Farms Inc. introduced this grower's delight, that is tolerant to most common wilt and mildew diseases. Although its yield is relatively low, Amarillo hops is a fairly vigorous grower. Amarillo's is used in a number of commercial beers, and shows that it is applicable from American Wheat to Hoppy Reds. Aroma: Grapefruit, orange, lemon, melon, apricot and peach. Typical Alpha Acid Levels: 8.0 - 11.0 % Typical Beer Styles: Pale Ale, IPA, NEIPA, Wheat, West Coast IPA Etc. Substitution: Cascade, Centennial, Chinook, Mosaic, El Dorado, ETC. Show more