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
Alpha acid
15–17%
Beta acid
6–7.5%
Total oil
3.6–4.3 mL
United States
Southern Star
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
| Property | Jarrylo | Southern Star |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 15–17% | 12–18.6% |
| Beta acid | 6–7.5% | 4–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 34–37% | 25–31% |
| Total oil | 3.6–4.3 mL | 1.4–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–55% | 32–38% |
| Humulene | 15–18% | 23–27% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–11% | 10–14% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 8–12% |
| Origin | United States | South Africa |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |