First GoldvsChinook
First Gold and Chinook are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
First Gold
Alpha acid
5.6–10%
Beta acid
2.3–4.1%
Total oil
0.7–1.5 mL
United Kingdom
Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick First Gold
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Chinook
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in First Gold
TangerineApricotMagnoliaRedberryHerbalOrangeHerbalFloral
Only in Chinook
PineResinGrapefruitDankCannabis
Property
| Property | First Gold | Chinook |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.6–10% | 11.5–15% |
| Beta acid | 2.3–4.1% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 29–35% | 27–35% |
| Total oil | 0.7–1.5 mL | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 24–28% | 20–30% |
| Humulene | 20–24% | 18–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–7% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 2–4% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |