ApollovsJarrylo

Apollo (bittering) and Jarrylo (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Apollo

Bittering

Alpha acid

15–20.5%

Beta acid

5.5–8%

Total oil

0.8–2.5 mL

United States

Jarrylo

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

15–17%

Beta acid

6–7.5%

Total oil

3.6–4.3 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Apollo

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Jarrylo

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

OrangeLimeLemon

Only in Apollo

CitrusGrapefruitPineResinCannabisDank

Only in Jarrylo

PearSpicyBananaWhite

Property

PropertyApolloJarrylo
Alpha acid15–20.5%15–17%
Beta acid5.5–8%6–7.5%
Co-humulone23–28%34–37%
Total oil0.8–2.5 mL3.6–4.3 mL
Myrcene30–50%40–55%
Humulene20–35%15–18%
Caryophyllene14–20%8–11%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeBitteringDual purpose

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