Rakau
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
1.8–2.2 mL
New Zealand
Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Rakau
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Chinook
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineResin
Only in Rakau
Stone fruitFigFruityApricot
Only in Chinook
GrapefruitSpicyDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Rakau | Chinook |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–12% | 11.5–15% |
| Beta acid | 5–6% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 23–25% | 27–35% |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.2 mL | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–57% | 20–30% |
| Humulene | 16–17% | 18–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–6% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 4–5% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |