Southern StarvsJarrylo
Southern Star and Jarrylo are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Southern Star
Alpha acid
12–18.6%
Beta acid
4–7.5%
Total oil
1.4–1.7 mL
South Africa
Jarrylo
Alpha acid
15–17%
Beta acid
6–7.5%
Total oil
3.6–4.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Southern Star
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Jarrylo
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PearOrange
Only in Southern Star
QuinceBerryFloralCitrusPineappleTangerineTropicalPassion fruitCassisRoseCoffee
Only in Jarrylo
LemonLimeSpicyBananaWhite
Property
| Property | Southern Star | Jarrylo |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–18.6% | 15–17% |
| Beta acid | 4–7.5% | 6–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–31% | 34–37% |
| Total oil | 1.4–1.7 mL | 3.6–4.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 32–38% | 40–55% |
| Humulene | 23–27% | 15–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–14% | 8–11% |
| Farnesene | 8–12% | 0–1% |
| Origin | South Africa | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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