Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Dr. Rudi
Alpha acid
10–12%
Beta acid
7–8.5%
Total oil
1.3–1.6 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Chinook
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Dr. Rudi
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineResin
Only in Chinook
GrapefruitSpicyDankCannabis
Only in Dr. Rudi
Lemongrass
Property
| Property | Chinook | Dr. Rudi |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–15% | 10–12% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 7–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 27–35% | 36–39% |
| Total oil | 1–2.7 mL | 1.3–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–30% | 28–30% |
| Humulene | 18–24% | 33–34% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |