Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
XJA2/436
Alpha acid
11.5–16.4%
Beta acid
7.8–8.4%
Total oil
1.1–1.7 mL
South Africa
Key differences
When to pick Chinook
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick XJA2/436
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Resin
Only in Chinook
PineGrapefruitSpicyDankCannabis
Only in XJA2/436
LemonZestPapayaCataloupeGooseberryCitrusBlueberry
Property
| Property | Chinook | XJA2/436 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–15% | 11.5–16.4% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 7.8–8.4% |
| Co-humulone | 27–35% | 29–30% |
| Total oil | 1–2.7 mL | 1.1–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–30% | 18–30% |
| Humulene | 18–24% | 21–35% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | 11–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 8–18% |
| Origin | United States | South Africa |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |