JarrylovsMistral

Jarrylo and Mistral 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

Mistral

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

6.5–8.5%

Beta acid

3.1–3.8%

Total oil

1–1.5 mL

France

Key differences

When to pick Jarrylo

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

When to pick Mistral

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Pear

Only in Jarrylo

LemonLimeOrangeSpicyBananaWhite

Only in Mistral

CitrusFloralMelonGrapesWinePassion fruitKumquatMango

Property

PropertyJarryloMistral
Alpha acid15–17%6.5–8.5%
Beta acid6–7.5%3.1–3.8%
Co-humulone34–37%29–39%
Total oil3.6–4.3 mL1–1.5 mL
Myrcene40–55%59–65%
Humulene15–18%9–13%
Caryophyllene8–11%3–4%
Farnesene0–1%2–4%
OriginUnited StatesFrance
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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