Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Magnat
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
2.8–7%
Total oil
1–2 mL
Poland
Key differences
When to pick Chinook
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Magnat
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Chinook
PineResinGrapefruitSpicyDankCannabis
Only in Magnat
LilacFloralChamomileWoodyCitrusLemon
Property
| Property | Chinook | Magnat |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–15% | 11–16% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 2.8–7% |
| Co-humulone | 27–35% | 21–25% |
| Total oil | 1–2.7 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–30% | 30–59% |
| Humulene | 18–24% | 16–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | 7–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 5–6% |
| Origin | United States | Poland |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |