Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Harmonie
Alpha acid
4–8%
Beta acid
5–8%
Total oil
0.9–1.4 mL
Czech Republic
Key differences
When to pick Chinook
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Harmonie
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Chinook
PineResinGrapefruitSpicyDankCannabis
Only in Harmonie
BananaCaramelGreenApricot
Property
| Property | Chinook | Harmonie |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–15% | 4–8% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 27–35% | 19–22% |
| Total oil | 1–2.7 mL | 0.9–1.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–30% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 18–24% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | 6–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Czech Republic |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |