Cekin
Alpha acid
6–8%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.65–1.5 mL
Slovenia
Chelan
Alpha acid
12–15%
Beta acid
8.5–10%
Total oil
1.5–1.9 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Cekin
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Chelan
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Mild
Only in Cekin
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Only in Chelan
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Property
| Property | Cekin | Chelan |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–8% | 12–15% |
| Beta acid | 2–3% | 8.5–10% |
| Co-humulone | 20–27% | 33–35% |
| Total oil | 0.65–1.5 mL | 1.5–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–48% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 16–17% | 12–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–7% | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | 7–8% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |