GlaciervsJarrylo

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

Glacier

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

3.3–9.7%

Beta acid

5.4–10%

Total oil

0.5–1.5 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 Glacier

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
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Glacier

PlumBlackberryWoodyCedar

Only in Jarrylo

LemonLimeOrangePearSpicyBananaWhite

Property

PropertyGlacierJarrylo
Alpha acid3.3–9.7%15–17%
Beta acid5.4–10%6–7.5%
Co-humulone11–16%34–37%
Total oil0.5–1.5 mL3.6–4.3 mL
Myrcene35–45%40–55%
Humulene25–35%15–18%
Caryophyllene8–13%8–11%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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