Sonnet
Alpha acid
2.6–7.4%
Beta acid
2–3.7%
Total oil
0.2–1 mL
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 Sonnet
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Chinook
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Sonnet
HoneysuckleCitrusSweetLemonFloralEarthyGrassHoneyOak
Only in Chinook
PineResinGrapefruitSpicyDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Sonnet | Chinook |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.6–7.4% | 11.5–15% |
| Beta acid | 2–3.7% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | - | 27–35% |
| Total oil | 0.2–1 mL | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 20–30% |
| Humulene | - | 18–24% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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