Hydra
Alpha acid
10.5–13.7%
Beta acid
6.4–7.9%
Total oil
-
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 Hydra
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Chinook
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Resin
Only in Hydra
CitrusTangerineMandarinZestLimeBerryPeachWatermelonRoseApricotTropical
Only in Chinook
PineGrapefruitSpicyDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Hydra | Chinook |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10.5–13.7% | 11.5–15% |
| Beta acid | 6.4–7.9% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 27–28% | 27–35% |
| Total oil | - | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 54–55% | 20–30% |
| Humulene | 11–12% | 18–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–9% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |