Olicana
Alpha acid
7–9%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
-
United Kingdom
Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Olicana
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Chinook
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Grapefruit
Only in Olicana
MangoPassion fruitFloral
Only in Chinook
PineResinSpicyDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Olicana | Chinook |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–9% | 11.5–15% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 28–32% | 27–35% |
| Total oil | - | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 19–20% | 20–30% |
| Humulene | 8–9% | 18–24% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |