BelmavsJarrylo

Belma and Jarrylo are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Belma

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8.5–12.1%

Beta acid

4–8%

Total oil

1–2.5 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 Belma

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

When to pick Jarrylo

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Orange

Only in Belma

MelonStrawberryPineappleGrapefruitBerryCitrusTropical

Only in Jarrylo

LemonLimePearSpicyBananaWhite

Property

PropertyBelmaJarrylo
Alpha acid8.5–12.1%15–17%
Beta acid4–8%6–7.5%
Co-humulone-34–37%
Total oil1–2.5 mL3.6–4.3 mL
Myrcene65–68%40–55%
Humulene-15–18%
Caryophyllene-8–11%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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