Astra
Alpha acid
7–10%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1–3 mL
Australia
Jarrylo
Alpha acid
15–17%
Beta acid
6–7.5%
Total oil
3.6–4.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Astra
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Jarrylo
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
White
Only in Astra
TropicalSweetPeachMelonGrassyGrapefruitHoney
Only in Jarrylo
LemonLimeOrangePearSpicyBanana
Property
| Property | Astra | Jarrylo |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–10% | 15–17% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 6–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 26–28% | 34–37% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 3.6–4.3 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 40–55% |
| Humulene | 6–8% | 15–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–3% | 8–11% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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