Herald
Alpha acid
9–13%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
1–1.9 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 Herald
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
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
Grapefruit
Only in Herald
OrangeCitrusClean
Only in Chinook
PineResinSpicyDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Herald | Chinook |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–13% | 11.5–15% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–5.5% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 35–37% | 27–35% |
| Total oil | 1–1.9 mL | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–41% | 20–30% |
| Humulene | 14–16% | 18–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |