Opal
Alpha acid
5–14%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
0.8–1.3 mL
Germany
Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Opal
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Chinook
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Opal
Black currantCitrusFloralHerbalAnise
Only in Chinook
PineResinGrapefruitDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Opal | Chinook |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–14% | 11.5–15% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 13–34% | 27–35% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.3 mL | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–45% | 20–30% |
| Humulene | 30–50% | 18–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–15% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Styrian Golding