JarrylovsSorachi Ace

Jarrylo and Sorachi Ace 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

Sorachi Ace

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

11–16%

Beta acid

6–8%

Total oil

1–3 mL

Japan

Key differences

When to pick Jarrylo

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma

When to pick Sorachi Ace

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

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Lemon

Only in Jarrylo

LimeOrangePearSpicyBananaWhite

Only in Sorachi Ace

DillWoodyTobaccoCitrusHerbal

Property

PropertyJarryloSorachi Ace
Alpha acid15–17%11–16%
Beta acid6–7.5%6–8%
Co-humulone34–37%23–28%
Total oil3.6–4.3 mL1–3 mL
Myrcene40–55%45–55%
Humulene15–18%20–26%
Caryophyllene8–11%7–11%
Farnesene0–1%2–5%
OriginUnited StatesJapan
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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