JarrylovsVista

Jarrylo and Vista 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

Vista

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8–12%

Beta acid

3.5–5.5%

Total oil

0.8–2.2 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
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

When to pick Vista

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

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Pear

Only in Jarrylo

LemonLimeOrangeSpicyBananaWhite

Only in Vista

TropicalTangerineMelonGreenCitrusSweetFloral

Property

PropertyJarryloVista
Alpha acid15–17%8–12%
Beta acid6–7.5%3.5–5.5%
Co-humulone34–37%29–31%
Total oil3.6–4.3 mL0.8–2.2 mL
Myrcene40–55%30–40%
Humulene15–18%18–22%
Caryophyllene8–11%10–14%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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