Styrian FoxvsChinook
Styrian Fox and Chinook are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Styrian Fox
Alpha acid
5.7–12%
Beta acid
2.1–4%
Total oil
0.4–1.7 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 Fox
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Chinook
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Pine
Only in Styrian Fox
Black currantLemongrassMarjoramElderflowerTropicalPineappleCitrusHoney
Only in Chinook
ResinGrapefruitSpicyDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Styrian Fox | Chinook |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.7–12% | 11.5–15% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–4% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 26–30% | 27–35% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1.7 mL | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–60% | 20–30% |
| Humulene | 12–14% | 18–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |