ChinookvsMagnum (GR)
Chinook (dual purpose) and Magnum (GR) (bittering) 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
Magnum (GR)
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
4.5–7%
Total oil
1.6–2.6 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Chinook
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Magnum (GR)
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Chinook
PineResinGrapefruitSpicyDankCannabis
Only in Magnum (GR)
AppleBlack currantCleanCitrusCleanFloralFruity
Property
| Property | Chinook | Magnum (GR) |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–15% | 11–16% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 4.5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 27–35% | 21–29% |
| Total oil | 1–2.7 mL | 1.6–2.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–30% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 18–24% | 30–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | 8–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |