ChinookvsSitiva Blend
Chinook (dual purpose) and Sitiva Blend (aroma) 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
Sitiva Blend
Alpha acid
7.2–7.6%
Beta acid
4.2–4.5%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Chinook
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Sitiva Blend
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Chinook
PineResinGrapefruitSpicyDankCannabis
Only in Sitiva Blend
Stone fruitFloralPeachLime
Property
| Property | Chinook | Sitiva Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–15% | 7.2–7.6% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 4.2–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 27–35% | 27–28% |
| Total oil | 1–2.7 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 20–30% | 50–58% |
| Humulene | 18–24% | 10–11% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 9–10% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |