Description
Chinook was developed by the U.S.D.A. breeding program in Washington State and released in 1985 as a high alpha acids variety. This cultivar takes its name from a Native American tribe indigenous to the region around Washington. The female parent is one of the English Goldings. In its raw state, this hop has a herbal, almost smoky character which is reminiscent of tarragon, juniper, basil and lavender. It is held together with well-balanced citrus and sweet fruit notes, including grapefruit, orange, kiwi and passion fruit.
Style Guide
- Winter Ale, Pale Ale, India Pale Ale, Porter, Stout, Lager, Barley Wine, American Lager, American Ale
KEY FLAVOURS
- Grapefruit
- Fennel
- Basil
- Pineapple
ANCESTRY
Cross between Petham Golding and USDA selected male with high alpha.
Typical Analytical Range
- CULTIVATION AREA United States
- ALPHA-ACIDS* 11.5 – 15 %
- TOTAL OIL 1 – 2.5 ml/100g
- MYRCENE 20 – 30 %
- CARYOPHYLLENE (% OF TOTAL OIL) 9 – 11 %
- FARNESEN (% OF TOTAL OIL) up to 1%
- LINALOOL 0.3 – 0.5 %
- GERANIOL (% OF TOTAL OIL) 0.7 – 1 %
*Alpha acids are determined by conductometric titration (EBC 7.4) in Europe, by spectrophotometry (ASBC Hops-6) in the USA. Oil composition is determined by gas chromatography (ASBC Hops-17, EBC 7.12).
All values represent the medium range of the last 4 years. Be aware that specifically the alpha and oil values can vary in a broad range depending on the relevant crop year.
All hop pellet products are packaged in light blocking foil bags with with an effective oxygen barrier. Air is withdrawn from the packaging prior to being nitrogen flushed and then hermetically sealed. This leave the hop pets free to move within the packaging but with out damage due to the pillow pack effect. Each batch is tested for oxygen content ensuring our process is effective. Each pack has a zip lock for end user convenience.
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