Dr. Rudi
Alpha acid
10–12%
Beta acid
7–8.5%
Total oil
1.3–1.6 mL
New Zealand
Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Dr. Rudi
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Chinook
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
ResinPine
Only in Dr. Rudi
Lemongrass
Only in Chinook
GrapefruitSpicyDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Dr. Rudi | Chinook |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–12% | 11.5–15% |
| Beta acid | 7–8.5% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 36–39% | 27–35% |
| Total oil | 1.3–1.6 mL | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 28–30% | 20–30% |
| Humulene | 33–34% | 18–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |