JarrylovsSouthern Star

Jarrylo and Southern Star 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

Southern Star

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

12–18.6%

Beta acid

4–7.5%

Total oil

1.4–1.7 mL

South Africa

Key differences

When to pick Jarrylo

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

When to pick Southern Star

  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

OrangePear

Only in Jarrylo

LemonLimeSpicyBananaWhite

Only in Southern Star

QuinceBerryFloralCitrusPineappleTangerineTropicalPassion fruitCassisRoseCoffee

Property

PropertyJarryloSouthern Star
Alpha acid15–17%12–18.6%
Beta acid6–7.5%4–7.5%
Co-humulone34–37%25–31%
Total oil3.6–4.3 mL1.4–1.7 mL
Myrcene40–55%32–38%
Humulene15–18%23–27%
Caryophyllene8–11%10–14%
Farnesene0–1%8–12%
OriginUnited StatesSouth Africa
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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