Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Minstrel
Alpha acid
5–7%
Beta acid
3–3.5%
Total oil
0.5–0.7 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Chinook
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Minstrel
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Chinook
PineResinGrapefruitDankCannabis
Only in Minstrel
HerbalBerryOrange
Property
| Property | Chinook | Minstrel |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–15% | 5–7% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 3–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 27–35% | 22–26% |
| Total oil | 1–2.7 mL | 0.5–0.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–30% | 22–25% |
| Humulene | 18–24% | 1–4% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 7–9% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |