Emerald SpirevsJarrylo
Emerald Spire and Jarrylo are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Emerald Spire
Alpha acid
8.6–13%
Beta acid
3.5–4.5%
Total oil
-
United States
Jarrylo
Alpha acid
15–17%
Beta acid
6–7.5%
Total oil
3.6–4.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Emerald Spire
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
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
White
Only in Emerald Spire
PeachFruityGrapesWatermelonBubbleMelonHoneydew
Only in Jarrylo
LemonLimeOrangePearSpicyBanana
Property
| Property | Emerald Spire | Jarrylo |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.6–13% | 15–17% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–4.5% | 6–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 38–39% | 34–37% |
| Total oil | - | 3.6–4.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 36–37% | 40–55% |
| Humulene | 10–11% | 15–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–8% | 8–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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