JarrylovsColumbus

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

Jarrylo

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

15–17%

Beta acid

6–7.5%

Total oil

3.6–4.3 mL

United States

Columbus

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

14–18%

Beta acid

4.5–6%

Total oil

2.5–4.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Jarrylo

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

When to pick Columbus

  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Spicy

Only in Jarrylo

LemonLimeOrangePearBananaWhite

Only in Columbus

EarthyBlack currantLicoriceCurryCitrusFloralPungentDankCannabis

Property

PropertyJarryloColumbus
Alpha acid15–17%14–18%
Beta acid6–7.5%4.5–6%
Co-humulone34–37%28–35%
Total oil3.6–4.3 mL2.5–4.5 mL
Myrcene40–55%45–55%
Humulene15–18%9–14%
Caryophyllene8–11%6–10%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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