Amarillo hop is valued for its citrus notes, especially orange and lemon, complemented by floral nuances and a touch of sweetness and pepper.
From a technical point of view, Amarillo has an alpha acid content that generally varies between 8% and 11%, giving it good bittering potential, although it is frequently used more for its aromatic qualities than for its bitterness.
Also known by its scientific name VGXP01, it was discovered as a mutation in one of the hop fields in Washington, United States. It was developed by Virgil Gamache Farms and released to the market in 1998. Although it is not a planned hybrid cross, its fortuitous origin adds a unique element of aromatic freshness to its profile
