JarrylovsTango

Jarrylo and Tango 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

Tango

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

7.5–11%

Beta acid

7.5–10%

Total oil

2.4–4 mL

Germany

Key differences

When to pick Jarrylo

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Tango

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Spicy

Only in Jarrylo

LemonLimeOrangePearBananaWhite

Only in Tango

Passion fruitPineappleCitrus

Property

PropertyJarryloTango
Alpha acid15–17%7.5–11%
Beta acid6–7.5%7.5–10%
Co-humulone34–37%19–25%
Total oil3.6–4.3 mL2.4–4 mL
Myrcene40–55%-
Humulene15–18%-
Caryophyllene8–11%-
Farnesene0–1%-
OriginUnited StatesGermany
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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