JarrylovsEkuanot

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

Jarrylo

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

15–17%

Beta acid

6–7.5%

Total oil

3.6–4.3 mL

United States

Ekuanot

Aroma

Alpha acid

13–15.5%

Beta acid

4–5.5%

Total oil

2–4.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Jarrylo

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Ekuanot

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

LemonLimeOrange

Only in Jarrylo

PearSpicyBananaWhite

Only in Ekuanot

TropicalBerryPapayaAppleSageEucalyptusHerbalMelonCitrusGuava

Property

PropertyJarryloEkuanot
Alpha acid15–17%13–15.5%
Beta acid6–7.5%4–5.5%
Co-humulone34–37%31–38%
Total oil3.6–4.3 mL2–4.5 mL
Myrcene40–55%30–45%
Humulene15–18%12–20%
Caryophyllene8–11%8–12%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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