Orion
Alpha acid
6–9%
Beta acid
2.5–5.75%
Total oil
0.8–2.1 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 Orion
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Chinook
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Orion
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Only in Chinook
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Property
| Property | Orion | Chinook |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–9% | 11.5–15% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–5.75% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 27–35% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.1 mL | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 41–56% | 20–30% |
| Humulene | 16–26% | 18–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–13% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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