WaimeavsJarrylo

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

Waimea

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

14.5–19%

Beta acid

7–9%

Total oil

1.8–2.3 mL

New Zealand

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 Waimea

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

When to pick Jarrylo

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Waimea

PineCitrusMandarinHerbalTangerine

Only in Jarrylo

LemonLimeOrangePearSpicyBananaWhite

Property

PropertyWaimeaJarrylo
Alpha acid14.5–19%15–17%
Beta acid7–9%6–7.5%
Co-humulone22–24%34–37%
Total oil1.8–2.3 mL3.6–4.3 mL
Myrcene59–61%40–55%
Humulene9–10%15–18%
Caryophyllene2–3%8–11%
Farnesene4–6%0–1%
OriginNew ZealandUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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