CTZvsJarrylo

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

CTZ

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

14.5–17%

Beta acid

4.5–5.5%

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 CTZ

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

When to pick Jarrylo

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

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in CTZ

Black currantLicoriceCurryCitrusCannabisDank

Only in Jarrylo

LemonLimeOrangePearSpicyBananaWhite

Property

PropertyCTZJarrylo
Alpha acid14.5–17%15–17%
Beta acid4.5–5.5%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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