Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Marynka
Alpha acid
7.5–12%
Beta acid
10–13%
Total oil
1.8–3.3 mL
Poland
Key differences
When to pick Chinook
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
When to pick Marynka
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Grapefruit
Only in Chinook
PineResinSpicyDankCannabis
Only in Marynka
HayLicoriceLemonAniseEarthyHerbalCitrus
Property
| Property | Chinook | Marynka |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–15% | 7.5–12% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 10–13% |
| Co-humulone | 27–35% | 26–33% |
| Total oil | 1–2.7 mL | 1.8–3.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–30% | 28–31% |
| Humulene | 18–24% | 33–36% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | 10–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 1–3% |
| Origin | United States | Poland |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |