ChinookvsSun

Chinook (dual purpose) and Sun (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Chinook

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

11.5–15%

Beta acid

3–4%

Total oil

1–2.7 mL

United States

Sun

Bittering

Alpha acid

12–16%

Beta acid

4.5–7%

Total oil

-

United States

Key differences

When to pick Chinook

  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Sun

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Chinook

PineResinGrapefruitSpicyDankCannabis

Only in Sun

Herbal

Property

PropertyChinookSun
Alpha acid11.5–15%12–16%
Beta acid3–4%4.5–7%
Co-humulone27–35%30–40%
Total oil1–2.7 mL-
Myrcene20–30%-
Humulene18–24%-
Caryophyllene9–11%-
Farnesene0–1%-
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeBittering

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