JarrylovsLiberty

Jarrylo (dual purpose) and Liberty (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

Liberty

Bittering

Alpha acid

3–6.5%

Beta acid

3–4%

Total oil

0.6–1.8 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 Liberty

  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

LemonSpicy

Only in Jarrylo

LimeOrangePearBananaWhite

Only in Liberty

NobleFloralHerbalDelicateCitrus

Property

PropertyJarryloLiberty
Alpha acid15–17%3–6.5%
Beta acid6–7.5%3–4%
Co-humulone34–37%22–30%
Total oil3.6–4.3 mL0.6–1.8 mL
Myrcene40–55%15–25%
Humulene15–18%35–45%
Caryophyllene8–11%10–15%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeBittering

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