JarrylovsRiwaka

Jarrylo (dual purpose) and Riwaka (aroma) 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

Riwaka

Aroma

Alpha acid

4.5–6.5%

Beta acid

4–5%

Total oil

0.8–1.5 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
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Riwaka

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Jarrylo

LemonLimeOrangePearSpicyBananaWhite

Only in Riwaka

TropicalPassion fruitGrapefruitCitrus

Property

PropertyJarryloRiwaka
Alpha acid15–17%4.5–6.5%
Beta acid6–7.5%4–5%
Co-humulone34–37%29–38%
Total oil3.6–4.3 mL0.8–1.5 mL
Myrcene40–55%67–70%
Humulene15–18%8–10%
Caryophyllene8–11%2–6%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesNew Zealand
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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