JarrylovsTettnanger

Jarrylo and Tettnanger 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

Tettnanger

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

2.5–5.8%

Beta acid

2.8–5.3%

Total oil

0.4–1.1 mL

Germany

Key differences

When to pick Jarrylo

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Tettnanger

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 Tettnanger

FloralPepperBlack currant

Property

PropertyJarryloTettnanger
Alpha acid15–17%2.5–5.8%
Beta acid6–7.5%2.8–5.3%
Co-humulone34–37%22–28%
Total oil3.6–4.3 mL0.4–1.1 mL
Myrcene40–55%40–41%
Humulene15–18%20–21%
Caryophyllene8–11%6–7%
Farnesene0–1%11–12%
OriginUnited StatesGermany
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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