Loral
Alpha acid
10–17%
Beta acid
1.5–6.5%
Total oil
1.5–3.4 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 Loral
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Chinook
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Loral
FloralBlack currantCitrusDarkFruity
Only in Chinook
PineResinGrapefruitSpicyDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Loral | Chinook |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–17% | 11.5–15% |
| Beta acid | 1.5–6.5% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 20–24% | 27–35% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3.4 mL | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 52–58% | 20–30% |
| Humulene | 17–18% | 18–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–6% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |