Tropica
Alpha acid
8.8%
Beta acid
3%
Total oil
-
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 Tropica
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
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Orange
Only in Tropica
PineappleMandarinTropicalDank
Only in Jarrylo
LemonLimePearSpicyBananaWhite
Property
| Property | Tropica | Jarrylo |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.8% | 15–17% |
| Beta acid | 3% | 6–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | - | 34–37% |
| Total oil | - | 3.6–4.3 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 40–55% |
| Humulene | - | 15–18% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 8–11% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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