Target
Alpha acid
8.5–13.5%
Beta acid
4.3–5.7%
Total oil
1–1.4 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 Target
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
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
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Target
CitrusMarmaladeSagePepper
Only in Chinook
PineResinGrapefruitDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Target | Chinook |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.5–13.5% | 11.5–15% |
| Beta acid | 4.3–5.7% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 35–40% | 27–35% |
| Total oil | 1–1.4 mL | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 20–30% |
| Humulene | 17–23% | 18–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |