Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Merkur
Alpha acid
12–16.2%
Beta acid
4.5–7.3%
Total oil
2–3 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Chinook
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Merkur
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- 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 Merkur
SugarPineappleMintCitrusEarthy
Property
| Property | Chinook | Merkur |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–15% | 12–16.2% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 4.5–7.3% |
| Co-humulone | 27–35% | 17–20% |
| Total oil | 1–2.7 mL | 2–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–30% | 45–50% |
| Humulene | 18–24% | 28–32% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |