MistralvsJarrylo

Mistral and Jarrylo are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Mistral

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

6.5–8.5%

Beta acid

3.1–3.8%

Total oil

1–1.5 mL

France

Jarrylo

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

15–17%

Beta acid

6–7.5%

Total oil

3.6–4.3 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Mistral

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Jarrylo

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

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Pear

Only in Mistral

CitrusFloralMelonGrapesWinePassion fruitKumquatMango

Only in Jarrylo

LemonLimeOrangeSpicyBananaWhite

Property

PropertyMistralJarrylo
Alpha acid6.5–8.5%15–17%
Beta acid3.1–3.8%6–7.5%
Co-humulone29–39%34–37%
Total oil1–1.5 mL3.6–4.3 mL
Myrcene59–65%40–55%
Humulene9–13%15–18%
Caryophyllene3–4%8–11%
Farnesene2–4%0–1%
OriginFranceUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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