JarrylovsStirling

Jarrylo and Stirling 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

Stirling

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

6–12%

Beta acid

4–6%

Total oil

1.3–1.9 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Jarrylo

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Stirling

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

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Spicy

Only in Jarrylo

LemonLimeOrangePearBananaWhite

Only in Stirling

HerbalCitusFloral

Property

PropertyJarryloStirling
Alpha acid15–17%6–12%
Beta acid6–7.5%4–6%
Co-humulone34–37%21–28%
Total oil3.6–4.3 mL1.3–1.9 mL
Myrcene40–55%44–48%
Humulene15–18%19–23%
Caryophyllene8–11%5–7%
Farnesene0–1%11–17%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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