African QueenvsChinook
African Queen and Chinook are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
African Queen
Alpha acid
10–17%
Beta acid
3.9–6.2%
Total oil
0.7–1.5 mL
South Africa
Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick African Queen
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Chinook
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Dank
Only in African Queen
CitrusBlueberryStone fruitBlack currantGooseberryBubblegumCassisLemongrassChiliesGazpacho
Only in Chinook
PineResinGrapefruitSpicyCannabis
Property
| Property | African Queen | Chinook |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–17% | 11.5–15% |
| Beta acid | 3.9–6.2% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 27–35% |
| Total oil | 0.7–1.5 mL | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–29% | 20–30% |
| Humulene | 21–30% | 18–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–17% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 5–7% | 0–1% |
| Origin | South Africa | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |