ChinookvsYellow Sub
Chinook (dual purpose) and Yellow Sub (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Yellow Sub
Alpha acid
6.2–7.2%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
-
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Chinook
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Yellow Sub
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Chinook
PineResinGrapefruitSpicyDankCannabis
Only in Yellow Sub
SweetCitrusRedApricotOrangeBlackberry
Property
| Property | Chinook | Yellow Sub |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–15% | 6.2–7.2% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | - |
| Co-humulone | 27–35% | - |
| Total oil | 1–2.7 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 20–30% | - |
| Humulene | 18–24% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |