Moutere
Alpha acid
17.5–19.5%
Beta acid
8–10%
Total oil
1.5–1.9 mL
New Zealand
Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Moutere
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Chinook
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitPine
Only in Moutere
TropicalPassion fruitHayEarthy
Only in Chinook
ResinSpicyDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Moutere | Chinook |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 17.5–19.5% | 11.5–15% |
| Beta acid | 8–10% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 24–28% | 27–35% |
| Total oil | 1.5–1.9 mL | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 22–23% | 20–30% |
| Humulene | 15–16% | 18–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–6% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |