Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
NZH-107
Alpha acid
8–11%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.4–2.2 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Chinook
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick NZH-107
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Grapefruit
Only in Chinook
PineResinSpicyDankCannabis
Only in NZH-107
Passion fruitCitrus
Property
| Property | Chinook | NZH-107 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–15% | 8–11% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 27–35% | 27–31% |
| Total oil | 1–2.7 mL | 1.4–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–30% | 55–65% |
| Humulene | 18–24% | 7–10% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | 4–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 4–7% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |