Sussex
Alpha acid
4.3–5.8%
Beta acid
2.4–3.2%
Total oil
0.4–0.6 mL
United Kingdom
Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Sussex
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
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 Sussex
EarthyGrassyMintVanillaCitrus
Only in Chinook
PineResinGrapefruitSpicyDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Sussex | Chinook |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.3–5.8% | 11.5–15% |
| Beta acid | 2.4–3.2% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 29–32% | 27–35% |
| Total oil | 0.4–0.6 mL | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 41–43% | 20–30% |
| Humulene | 22–24% | 18–24% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |