Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Admiral
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Chinook
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineResin
Only in Admiral
OrangeTeaFreshCitrusHerbal
Only in Chinook
GrapefruitSpicyDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Admiral | Chinook |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–16.2% | 11.5–15% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–6.1% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 37–45% | 27–35% |
| Total oil | 1–1.7 mL | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–48% | 20–30% |
| Humulene | 23–26% | 18–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–2% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |