Southern TropicvsJarrylo
Southern Tropic (bittering) and Jarrylo (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Southern Tropic
Alpha acid
12.6–18.1%
Beta acid
5–6.5%
Total oil
-
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 Tropic
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Jarrylo
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Southern Tropic
MelonTroicalGuavaButterscotchLemongrassCoconutPungentPineappleBubblegumCitrus
Only in Jarrylo
LemonLimeOrangePearSpicyBananaWhite
Property
| Property | Southern Tropic | Jarrylo |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12.6–18.1% | 15–17% |
| Beta acid | 5–6.5% | 6–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 26–30% | 34–37% |
| Total oil | - | 3.6–4.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 19–46% | 40–55% |
| Humulene | 14–40% | 15–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–14% | 8–11% |
| Farnesene | 8–11% | 0–1% |
| Origin | South Africa | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
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