Evergreen BlendvsChinook

Evergreen Blend (aroma) and Chinook (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Evergreen Blend

Aroma

Alpha acid

7–7.5%

Beta acid

4.3–4.5%

Total oil

-

United States

Chinook

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

11.5–15%

Beta acid

3–4%

Total oil

1–2.7 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Evergreen Blend

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Chinook

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Evergreen Blend

PeachApricotLemonGreenWatermelonTangerine

Only in Chinook

PineResinGrapefruitSpicyDankCannabis

Property

PropertyEvergreen BlendChinook
Alpha acid7–7.5%11.5–15%
Beta acid4.3–4.5%3–4%
Co-humulone-27–35%
Total oil-1–2.7 mL
Myrcene30–32%20–30%
Humulene20–22%18–24%
Caryophyllene10–12%9–11%
Farnesene1–3%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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