Styrian CardinalvsJarrylo

Styrian Cardinal (aroma) and Jarrylo (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Styrian Cardinal

Aroma

Alpha acid

8–15%

Beta acid

3.2–4.6%

Total oil

3–4 mL

Slovenia

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 Styrian Cardinal

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Jarrylo

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

OrangeLime

Only in Styrian Cardinal

CitrusGooseberryPineappleJasmineGuava

Only in Jarrylo

LemonPearSpicyBananaWhite

Property

PropertyStyrian CardinalJarrylo
Alpha acid8–15%15–17%
Beta acid3.2–4.6%6–7.5%
Co-humulone31–37%34–37%
Total oil3–4 mL3.6–4.3 mL
Myrcene40–50%40–55%
Humulene15–22%15–18%
Caryophyllene8–11%8–11%
Farnesene5–7%0–1%
OriginSloveniaUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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