GalaxyvsJarrylo

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

Galaxy

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

11–16%

Beta acid

5–9%

Total oil

1.8–5 mL

Australia

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 Galaxy

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

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Galaxy

Passion fruitCitrusPeachPineappleTropicalCannabisDank

Only in Jarrylo

LemonLimeOrangePearSpicyBananaWhite

Property

PropertyGalaxyJarrylo
Alpha acid11–16%15–17%
Beta acid5–9%6–7.5%
Co-humulone32–42%34–37%
Total oil1.8–5 mL3.6–4.3 mL
Myrcene33–69%40–55%
Humulene1–2%15–18%
Caryophyllene7–13%8–11%
Farnesene3–5%0–1%
OriginAustraliaUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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