Diamant
Alpha acid
7–7.5%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
1.5–1.7 mL
Germany
Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Diamant
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Chinook
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Diamant
FennelLavenderCitrus
Only in Chinook
PineResinGrapefruitSpicyDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Diamant | Chinook |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–7.5% | 11.5–15% |
| Beta acid | - | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 18–20% | 27–35% |
| Total oil | 1.5–1.7 mL | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 20–30% |
| Humulene | - | 18–24% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |