Amarillo® VGXP01 c.v. is an aroma variety of recent origin, introduced by Vigil Gamache Farms Inc. in Washington state. A variety characterised by mid- to high alpha and low cohumulone content. Its aroma is reported to be similar to Cascade. The name Amarillo® is Spanish and means “yellow” (lupulin anyone?). It can offer key flavours including black tea, melon, apricot and grapefruit.
