ChelanvsPride of Ringwood
Chelan and Pride of Ringwood are popular bittering hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Chelan
Alpha acid
12–15%
Beta acid
8.5–10%
Total oil
1.5–1.9 mL
United States
Pride of Ringwood
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
-
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Chelan
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Pride of Ringwood
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 Chelan
FloralCitrusFruityMild
Only in Pride of Ringwood
CedarOakHerbal
Property
| Property | Chelan | Pride of Ringwood |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15% | 7–11% |
| Beta acid | 8.5–10% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 33–35% | 26–39% |
| Total oil | 1.5–1.9 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 24–41% |
| Humulene | 12–15% | 2–4% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–12% | 9–14% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Bittering | Bittering |