Phoenix
Alpha acid
8–13.5%
Beta acid
3.3–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–3 mL
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 Phoenix
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Chinook
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyPine
Only in Phoenix
MolassesChocolateFloral
Only in Chinook
ResinGrapefruitDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Phoenix | Chinook |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–13.5% | 11.5–15% |
| Beta acid | 3.3–5.5% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 24–33% | 27–35% |
| Total oil | 1.2–3 mL | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 23–25% | 20–30% |
| Humulene | 29–31% | 18–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–12% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 1–2% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |