Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Flyer
Alpha acid
8.3–14.5%
Beta acid
4.1–6%
Total oil
-
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Chinook
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
When to pick Flyer
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
ResinSpicy
Only in Chinook
PineGrapefruitDankCannabis
Only in Flyer
CitrusLicoriceCaramel
Property
| Property | Chinook | Flyer |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–15% | 8.3–14.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 4.1–6% |
| Co-humulone | 27–35% | 26–35% |
| Total oil | 1–2.7 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 20–30% | 17–25% |
| Humulene | 18–24% | 22–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | 0–1% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |