Astra
Alpha acid
7–10%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1–3 mL
Australia
Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Astra
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Chinook
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Grapefruit
Only in Astra
TropicalSweetPeachWhiteMelonGrassyHoney
Only in Chinook
PineResinSpicyDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Astra | Chinook |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–10% | 11.5–15% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 26–28% | 27–35% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 20–30% |
| Humulene | 6–8% | 18–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–3% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |