ChinookvsFalconer's Flight
Chinook (dual purpose) and Falconer's Flight (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Falconer's Flight
Alpha acid
9.5–12%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
1.4–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Chinook
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Falconer's Flight
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineGrapefruit
Only in Chinook
ResinSpicyDankCannabis
Only in Falconer's Flight
TropicalFloralLemon
Property
| Property | Chinook | Falconer's Flight |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–15% | 9.5–12% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 4–5% |
| Co-humulone | 27–35% | 20–29% |
| Total oil | 1–2.7 mL | 1.4–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–30% | 43–62% |
| Humulene | 18–24% | 11–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 1–2% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |