Magnat
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
2.8–7%
Total oil
1–2 mL
Poland
Chinook
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
| Property | Magnat | Chinook |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–16% | 11.5–15% |
| Beta acid | 2.8–7% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 21–25% | 27–35% |
| Total oil | 1–2 mL | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–59% | 20–30% |
| Humulene | 16–20% | 18–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–8% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 5–6% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Poland | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |