JarrylovsMotueka

Jarrylo and Motueka 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

Motueka

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

5–8.5%

Beta acid

5–5.5%

Total oil

0.8–1 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

When to pick Motueka

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

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

LemonLime

Only in Jarrylo

OrangePearSpicyBananaWhite

Only in Motueka

CitrusMojitoTropicalFloral

Property

PropertyJarryloMotueka
Alpha acid15–17%5–8.5%
Beta acid6–7.5%5–5.5%
Co-humulone34–37%25–35%
Total oil3.6–4.3 mL0.8–1 mL
Myrcene40–55%47–48%
Humulene15–18%3–4%
Caryophyllene8–11%1–3%
Farnesene0–1%12–13%
OriginUnited StatesNew Zealand
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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