JarrylovsKohatu

Jarrylo and Kohatu 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

Kohatu

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

6–7%

Beta acid

4–6%

Total oil

1–2 mL

New Zealand

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
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Kohatu

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Jarrylo

LemonLimeOrangePearSpicyBananaWhite

Only in Kohatu

Tropical

Property

PropertyJarryloKohatu
Alpha acid15–17%6–7%
Beta acid6–7.5%4–6%
Co-humulone34–37%20–25%
Total oil3.6–4.3 mL1–2 mL
Myrcene40–55%25–30%
Humulene15–18%30–40%
Caryophyllene8–11%11–16%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesNew Zealand
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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