Available since 1985, Chinook has steadily gained in popularity. It is one of the top ten hops used by craft breweries in the United States, particularly because it is excellent at all stages of brewing and can be used in both Aromaticand Bittering. Chinook is a cross between Petham Golding and an American male.
Flavours: Lemon, Grapefruit, Spices
Use: Lager, IPA, Pale Ale, Stout, Porter
Acids:
- Alpha: 11 - 15%.
- Beta: 3 - 4%.
- Cohumulone: 27 - 35%.
Cumulative oils: 1.5 - 2.5ml/100g
Possible substitutes: Galena, Colombus, Eroica, Northern Brewer, Nugget, Zeus
Origin Type of hops: Bittering Form: Pellets
