Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Triumph
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.8 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Chinook
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Triumph
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineSpicy
Only in Chinook
ResinGrapefruitDankCannabis
Only in Triumph
OrangePeachLimeFruityCitrus
Property
| Property | Chinook | Triumph |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–15% | 9–12% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | 27–35% | 22–26% |
| Total oil | 1–2.7 mL | 0.8–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–30% | 25–40% |
| Humulene | 18–24% | 28–34% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |