ChinookvsHallertau Taurus
Chinook and Hallertau Taurus are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Hallertau Taurus
Alpha acid
12–17.9%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
0.9–1.5 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Chinook
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Hallertau Taurus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Chinook
PineResinGrapefruitDankCannabis
Only in Hallertau Taurus
ChocolateBananaPepperCurryEarthy
Property
| Property | Chinook | Hallertau Taurus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–15% | 12–17.9% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 27–35% | 20–25% |
| Total oil | 1–2.7 mL | 0.9–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–30% | 29–31% |
| Humulene | 18–24% | 30–31% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | 7–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |