Falconer's FlightvsChinook
Falconer's Flight (aroma) and Chinook (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Falconer's Flight
Alpha acid
9.5–12%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
1.4–3 mL
United States
Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Falconer's Flight
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- 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
Shared aromas
GrapefruitPine
Only in Falconer's Flight
TropicalFloralLemon
Only in Chinook
ResinSpicyDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Falconer's Flight | Chinook |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.5–12% | 11.5–15% |
| Beta acid | 4–5% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 20–29% | 27–35% |
| Total oil | 1.4–3 mL | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 43–62% | 20–30% |
| Humulene | 11–17% | 18–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 1–2% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |