Zenia
Alpha acid
11–14%
Beta acid
4.4–5.1%
Total oil
0.7–2.5 mL
United States
Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Zenia
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Chinook
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
DankResinPine
Only in Zenia
OrangeOnionCitrusFruityMarmaladeGarlic
Only in Chinook
GrapefruitSpicyCannabis
Property
| Property | Zenia | Chinook |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–14% | 11.5–15% |
| Beta acid | 4.4–5.1% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | - | 27–35% |
| Total oil | 0.7–2.5 mL | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 20–30% |
| Humulene | - | 18–24% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |