Origin
Washington, USA. Developed by the USDA breeding program and released in 1985 as a high-alpha variety, Chinook eventually found traction among craft brewers as a unique aroma and flavor hop. Its ancestry includes Petham Golding and USDA 63012.

Brewing Application
Dual purpose. Thanks to its high alpha content and moderate cohumulone, Chinook delivers potent, smooth bitterness but also contributes specific pine notes highly desirable in an IPA dry hop.

Aroma & Flavor Characteristics
Strong notes of grapefruit defi ne this hop. Pungent suggestions of mountain pine and resin (especially as a dry hop) with citrus and fragrant dried herb in the background.

Maturity: Medium

Yield: 1,900 – 2,100 lbs/acre
Beta Acid Range %: 3.0 – 4.0
Co-Humulone as % of alpha: 29 – 35
Total oils mL/100 gr.: 1.7 – 2.7