JarrylovsTillicum

Jarrylo (dual purpose) and Tillicum (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Jarrylo

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

15–17%

Beta acid

6–7.5%

Total oil

3.6–4.3 mL

United States

Tillicum

Bittering

Alpha acid

13.5–15.5%

Beta acid

9.5–11.5%

Total oil

-

United States

Key differences

When to pick Jarrylo

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Tillicum

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Jarrylo

LemonLimeOrangePearSpicyBananaWhite

Only in Tillicum

Stone fruitCitrus

Property

PropertyJarryloTillicum
Alpha acid15–17%13.5–15.5%
Beta acid6–7.5%9.5–11.5%
Co-humulone34–37%35%
Total oil3.6–4.3 mL-
Myrcene40–55%39–41%
Humulene15–18%13–15%
Caryophyllene8–11%7–8%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeBittering

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