Gaia
Alpha acid
12–15%
Beta acid
5–10%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
Czech Republic
Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Gaia
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Chinook
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Gaia
Hoppy
Only in Chinook
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Property
| Property | Gaia | Chinook |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15% | 11.5–15% |
| Beta acid | 5–10% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 20–29% | 27–35% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.5 mL | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 23–37% | 20–30% |
| Humulene | 2–4% | 18–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–12% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 5–7% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Czech Republic | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |