Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Strata
Alpha acid
11–12.5%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
2.3–3.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Chinook
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
When to pick Strata
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitDankCannabis
Only in Chinook
PineResinSpicy
Only in Strata
Passion fruitStrawberryMusty
Property
| Property | Chinook | Strata |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–15% | 11–12.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 27–35% | 21% |
| Total oil | 1–2.7 mL | 2.3–3.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–30% | 52–65% |
| Humulene | 18–24% | 22–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | 5–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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