Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Ella
Alpha acid
13.3–19.2%
Beta acid
4–7.8%
Total oil
2.4–3.4 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Chinook
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Ella
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitSpicy
Only in Chinook
PineResinDankCannabis
Only in Ella
FloralTropicalNobleAnise
Property
| Property | Chinook | Ella |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–15% | 13.3–19.2% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 4–7.8% |
| Co-humulone | 27–35% | 33–40% |
| Total oil | 1–2.7 mL | 2.4–3.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–30% | 34–50% |
| Humulene | 18–24% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | 5–18% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 12–14% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |