ChinookvsJarrylo

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

Chinook

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

11.5–15%

Beta acid

3–4%

Total oil

1–2.7 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 Chinook

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
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Spicy

Only in Chinook

PineResinGrapefruitDankCannabis

Only in Jarrylo

LemonLimeOrangePearBananaWhite

Property

PropertyChinookJarrylo
Alpha acid11.5–15%15–17%
Beta acid3–4%6–7.5%
Co-humulone27–35%34–37%
Total oil1–2.7 mL3.6–4.3 mL
Myrcene20–30%40–55%
Humulene18–24%15–18%
Caryophyllene9–11%8–11%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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