Brewer's Gold (US)vsChinook
Brewer's Gold (US) (bittering) and Chinook (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Brewer's Gold (US)
Alpha acid
8–11%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Brewer's Gold (US)
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Chinook
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Brewer's Gold (US)
Black currant
Only in Chinook
PineResinGrapefruitDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Brewer's Gold (US) | Chinook |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–11% | 11.5–15% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 40–48% | 27–35% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–60% | 20–30% |
| Humulene | 12–18% | 18–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–12% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |