MagnatvsChinook

Magnat and Chinook are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Magnat

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

11–16%

Beta acid

2.8–7%

Total oil

1–2 mL

Poland

Chinook

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

11.5–15%

Beta acid

3–4%

Total oil

1–2.7 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Magnat

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

When to pick Chinook

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Magnat

LilacFloralChamomileWoodyCitrusLemon

Only in Chinook

PineResinGrapefruitSpicyDankCannabis

Property

PropertyMagnatChinook
Alpha acid11–16%11.5–15%
Beta acid2.8–7%3–4%
Co-humulone21–25%27–35%
Total oil1–2 mL1–2.7 mL
Myrcene30–59%20–30%
Humulene16–20%18–24%
Caryophyllene7–8%9–11%
Farnesene5–6%0–1%
OriginPolandUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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