Olympic
Alpha acid
10.6–13.8%
Beta acid
3.8–6.1%
Total oil
0.86–2.55 mL
United States
Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Olympic
- 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
Spicy
Only in Olympic
Citrus
Only in Chinook
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Property
| Property | Olympic | Chinook |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10.6–13.8% | 11.5–15% |
| Beta acid | 3.8–6.1% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 31% | 27–35% |
| Total oil | 0.86–2.55 mL | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 20–30% |
| Humulene | 9–13% | 18–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–12% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |