TettnangervsJarrylo

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

Tettnanger

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

2.5–5.8%

Beta acid

2.8–5.3%

Total oil

0.4–1.1 mL

Germany

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 Tettnanger

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

When to pick Jarrylo

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Spicy

Only in Tettnanger

FloralPepperBlack currant

Only in Jarrylo

LemonLimeOrangePearBananaWhite

Property

PropertyTettnangerJarrylo
Alpha acid2.5–5.8%15–17%
Beta acid2.8–5.3%6–7.5%
Co-humulone22–28%34–37%
Total oil0.4–1.1 mL3.6–4.3 mL
Myrcene40–41%40–55%
Humulene20–21%15–18%
Caryophyllene6–7%8–11%
Farnesene11–12%0–1%
OriginGermanyUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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