Mount HoodvsJarrylo
Mount Hood (aroma) and Jarrylo (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Mount Hood
Alpha acid
3.9–8%
Beta acid
5–8%
Total oil
1.2–1.7 mL
United States
Jarrylo
Alpha acid
15–17%
Beta acid
6–7.5%
Total oil
3.6–4.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Mount Hood
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Jarrylo
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Mount Hood
NobleHerbalPungent
Only in Jarrylo
LemonLimeOrangePearBananaWhite
Property
| Property | Mount Hood | Jarrylo |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.9–8% | 15–17% |
| Beta acid | 5–8% | 6–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 21–23% | 34–37% |
| Total oil | 1.2–1.7 mL | 3.6–4.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–40% | 40–55% |
| Humulene | 12–38% | 15–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–16% | 8–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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