Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Zenia
Alpha acid
11–14%
Beta acid
4.4–5.1%
Total oil
0.7–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Chinook
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Zenia
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineResinDank
Only in Chinook
GrapefruitSpicyCannabis
Only in Zenia
OrangeOnionCitrusFruityMarmaladeGarlic
Property
| Property | Chinook | Zenia |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–15% | 11–14% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 4.4–5.1% |
| Co-humulone | 27–35% | - |
| Total oil | 1–2.7 mL | 0.7–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–30% | - |
| Humulene | 18–24% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |