AhhhromavsChinook

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

Ahhhroma

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

15.4–18.8%

Beta acid

6–9%

Total oil

2.1–4 mL

United States

Chinook

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

11.5–15%

Beta acid

3–4%

Total oil

1–2.7 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Ahhhroma

  • 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

When to pick Chinook

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

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Ahhhroma

TangerinePineappleLimeMangoCinnamonPear

Only in Chinook

PineResinGrapefruitSpicyDankCannabis

Property

PropertyAhhhromaChinook
Alpha acid15.4–18.8%11.5–15%
Beta acid6–9%3–4%
Co-humulone34–35%27–35%
Total oil2.1–4 mL1–2.7 mL
Myrcene55–56%20–30%
Humulene12–13%18–24%
Caryophyllene6–7%9–11%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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