ColumbusvsJarrylo

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

Columbus

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

14–18%

Beta acid

4.5–6%

Total oil

2.5–4.5 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 Columbus

  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Jarrylo

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Spicy

Only in Columbus

EarthyBlack currantLicoriceCurryCitrusFloralPungentDankCannabis

Only in Jarrylo

LemonLimeOrangePearBananaWhite

Property

PropertyColumbusJarrylo
Alpha acid14–18%15–17%
Beta acid4.5–6%6–7.5%
Co-humulone28–35%34–37%
Total oil2.5–4.5 mL3.6–4.3 mL
Myrcene45–55%40–55%
Humulene9–14%15–18%
Caryophyllene6–10%8–11%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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