DeltavsJarrylo

Delta (aroma) and Jarrylo (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Delta

Aroma

Alpha acid

5.5–7%

Beta acid

5.5–7%

Total oil

0.5–1.1 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 Delta

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Jarrylo

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Spicy

Only in Delta

CitrusMelon

Only in Jarrylo

LemonLimeOrangePearBananaWhite

Property

PropertyDeltaJarrylo
Alpha acid5.5–7%15–17%
Beta acid5.5–7%6–7.5%
Co-humulone22–24%34–37%
Total oil0.5–1.1 mL3.6–4.3 mL
Myrcene25–40%40–55%
Humulene25–35%15–18%
Caryophyllene9–15%8–11%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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