Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Rakau
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
1.8–2.2 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Chinook
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
When to pick Rakau
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineResin
Only in Chinook
GrapefruitSpicyDankCannabis
Only in Rakau
Stone fruitFigFruityApricot
Property
| Property | Chinook | Rakau |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–15% | 9–12% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 27–35% | 23–25% |
| Total oil | 1–2.7 mL | 1.8–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–30% | 55–57% |
| Humulene | 18–24% | 16–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | 5–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 4–5% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |