JarrylovsSouthern Cross
Jarrylo and Southern Cross are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Jarrylo
Alpha acid
15–17%
Beta acid
6–7.5%
Total oil
3.6–4.3 mL
United States
Southern Cross
Alpha acid
11–14%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.2–2 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Jarrylo
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Southern Cross
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
LemonLimeSpicy
Only in Jarrylo
OrangePearBananaWhite
Only in Southern Cross
PineCitrusTropicalZest
Property
| Property | Jarrylo | Southern Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 15–17% | 11–14% |
| Beta acid | 6–7.5% | 5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 34–37% | 25–28% |
| Total oil | 3.6–4.3 mL | 1.2–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–55% | 31–55% |
| Humulene | 15–18% | 13–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–11% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–8% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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