NZH-107vsChinook

NZH-107 and Chinook are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

NZH-107

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8–11%

Beta acid

5–7%

Total oil

1.4–2.2 mL

New Zealand

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 NZH-107

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

When to pick Chinook

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Grapefruit

Only in NZH-107

Passion fruitCitrus

Only in Chinook

PineResinSpicyDankCannabis

Property

PropertyNZH-107Chinook
Alpha acid8–11%11.5–15%
Beta acid5–7%3–4%
Co-humulone27–31%27–35%
Total oil1.4–2.2 mL1–2.7 mL
Myrcene55–65%20–30%
Humulene7–10%18–24%
Caryophyllene4–8%9–11%
Farnesene4–7%0–1%
OriginNew ZealandUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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