ChinookvsMillennium
Chinook (dual purpose) and Millennium (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
Millennium
Alpha acid
14.5–18.5%
Beta acid
4.3–6.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Chinook
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Millennium
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Resin
Only in Chinook
PineGrapefruitSpicyDankCannabis
Only in Millennium
PearToffeeFloralHerbal
Property
| Property | Chinook | Millennium |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–15% | 14.5–18.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 4.3–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 27–35% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 1–2.7 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–30% | 35–55% |
| Humulene | 18–24% | 15–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |