Sitiva BlendvsChinook
Sitiva Blend (aroma) and Chinook (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Sitiva Blend
Alpha acid
7.2–7.6%
Beta acid
4.2–4.5%
Total oil
-
United States
Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Sitiva Blend
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Chinook
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Sitiva Blend
Stone fruitFloralPeachLime
Only in Chinook
PineResinGrapefruitSpicyDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Sitiva Blend | Chinook |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.2–7.6% | 11.5–15% |
| Beta acid | 4.2–4.5% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 27–28% | 27–35% |
| Total oil | - | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–58% | 20–30% |
| Humulene | 10–11% | 18–24% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 9–10% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |