JarrylovsEroica

Jarrylo (dual purpose) and Eroica (bittering) 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

Eroica

Bittering

Alpha acid

7.3–14.9%

Beta acid

3–5.3%

Total oil

0.8–1.3 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
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Eroica

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Jarrylo

LemonLimeOrangePearSpicyBananaWhite

Only in Eroica

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Property

PropertyJarryloEroica
Alpha acid15–17%7.3–14.9%
Beta acid6–7.5%3–5.3%
Co-humulone34–37%40%
Total oil3.6–4.3 mL0.8–1.3 mL
Myrcene40–55%55–65%
Humulene15–18%0–1%
Caryophyllene8–11%7–13%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeBittering

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