Chinook hops:

Chinook hops were created by the USDA development program in Washington State. It was released in 1985, at the very beginning of the American craft beer movement, and is a major aroma marker. This high alpha acid hop takes its name from a Native American tribe indigenous to the Washington region. This variety grows vigorously in all parts of the world.

Originally used as a bittering hop, Chinook will reveal citrus aromas, a good resinous edge (typical of old-school American pale ale) and a light spicy touch.

Organoleptic properties :

• Country of origin: USA
• Alpha acids: 12 to 14
• Beta acids: 3 to 4%
• Total oils: 1.7 to 2.7ml /100g

Beer styles of choice :

• IPA
• West Coast IPA
• American Pale Ale
• Cascadian Dark Ale
• American Barley Wine

Possible alternative :

• Nugget
• Target
•  Columbus