Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Trident
Alpha acid
11–14%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Chinook
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Trident
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Chinook
PineResinGrapefruitSpicyDankCannabis
Only in Trident
FruityCitrusTropicalPassion fruit
Property
| Property | Chinook | Trident |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–15% | 11–14% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 4–5% |
| Co-humulone | 27–35% | 20–30% |
| Total oil | 1–2.7 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–30% | - |
| Humulene | 18–24% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |