Pioneer
Alpha acid
8–10.5%
Beta acid
3.5–4.5%
Total oil
1–1.8 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 Pioneer
- 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
GrapefruitGrapefruit
Only in Pioneer
CedarHerbalLemonCrispClean
Only in Chinook
PineResinSpicyDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Pioneer | Chinook |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–10.5% | 11.5–15% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–4.5% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 36–40% | 27–35% |
| Total oil | 1–1.8 mL | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 34–36% | 20–30% |
| Humulene | 18–25% | 18–24% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |