Sylva
Alpha acid
4–7.3%
Beta acid
3–7%
Total oil
0.9–1.4 mL
Australia
Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Sylva
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- 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
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Sylva
FloralBohemianHoppyWoody
Only in Chinook
PineResinGrapefruitSpicyDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Sylva | Chinook |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–7.3% | 11.5–15% |
| Beta acid | 3–7% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 20–28% | 27–35% |
| Total oil | 0.9–1.4 mL | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 26–36% | 20–30% |
| Humulene | 18–27% | 18–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 22–28% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |