Origin
USDA released as a high alpha variety in 1985.
Parentage
Petham Golding and male USDA 63012.
Usage
Chinook Hops are a great universal hop, suitable for any stage of the boil. It possesses a desirable high alpha content and moderate co-humulone levels delivering a potent, smooth bitterness. Use sparingly in the boil as it can add a harsh bitterness if overused.
Aroma & Flavour Character
Very distinct pine and spicy aroma with robust flavours of grapefruit. Pungent pine and resin as a dry hop.
Hop Alternatives
Nugget, Galena, CTZ (Zeus), Northern Brewer
Style Guide
Highly desirable in an IPA dry hop, Pale Ale or any New World style beer. They are very versatile and find their way into anything from Lagers to Porters and Stouts to Barley Wine.
Details
Pine
Grapefruit
Spicy
Alpha Acid Range_________11.5-15%
Beta Acid Range____________3-4%
Co-Humulone______________27-35
Total Oils______________1-2.7
Myrcene______________20-30%
Humulene____________18-24%
Caryophyllene________9-11%
Farnesene____________<1%
Geranio_______________<1%
