Styrian EaglevsChinook
Styrian Eagle and Chinook are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Styrian Eagle
Alpha acid
12.5–17.5%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
2.5–4.6 mL
Slovenia
Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Styrian Eagle
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Chinook
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Pine
Only in Styrian Eagle
BerryBananaBlack currantPeach
Only in Chinook
ResinGrapefruitSpicyDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Styrian Eagle | Chinook |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12.5–17.5% | 11.5–15% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 20–23% | 27–35% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.6 mL | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 52–60% | 20–30% |
| Humulene | 0–2.5% | 18–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–7% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 6–10% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |