Strata
Alpha acid
11–12.5%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
2.3–3.5 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 Strata
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- 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
CannabisGrapefruitDank
Only in Strata
Passion fruitStrawberryMusty
Only in Chinook
PineResinSpicy
Property
| Property | Strata | Chinook |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–12.5% | 11.5–15% |
| Beta acid | 5–7% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 21% | 27–35% |
| Total oil | 2.3–3.5 mL | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 52–65% | 20–30% |
| Humulene | 22–30% | 18–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–13% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |