YeomanvsChinook

Yeoman and Chinook are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Yeoman

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

12–16%

Beta acid

4–5%

Total oil

1.7–2.4 mL

United Kingdom

Chinook

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

11.5–15%

Beta acid

3–4%

Total oil

1–2.7 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Yeoman

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

When to pick Chinook

  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Yeoman

NobleCitrus

Only in Chinook

PineResinGrapefruitSpicyDankCannabis

Property

PropertyYeomanChinook
Alpha acid12–16%11.5–15%
Beta acid4–5%3–4%
Co-humulone25%27–35%
Total oil1.7–2.4 mL1–2.7 mL
Myrcene47–49%20–30%
Humulene19–21%18–24%
Caryophyllene9–10%9–11%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited KingdomUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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