Bold Pine & Grapefruit • Spicy Resinous Punch • Old-School West Coast CharacterChinook is a classic American high-alpha hop prized for its bold pine, grapefruit, and spice — the rugged, resinous character at the heart of old-school West Coast brewing. Released in 1985, it brought serious bittering power and unapologetic personality to early craft IPAs and remains a favorite for brewers who like their hops with an edge.With alpha acids of 13%, Chinook is a true dual-purpose hop: a potent, economical bittering charge early in the boil and a distinctive piney-grapefruit aroma hop late.Flavor & Aroma Profile Bold pine and resin Sharp grapefruit zest Warm, peppery spice Earthy, woodsy depth Assertive, lingering bitterness Used for bittering alone, Chinook brings a firm, slightly rustic edge. Pushed into the whirlpool and dry hop, it delivers the sticky pine-and-grapefruit profile that defines classic American IPAs and hoppy winter ales.Brewing ApplicationsChinook is a staple ingredient in many assertive American styles, including: West Coast IPA American Pale Ale Double IPA American Stout Winter / Holiday Ale American Barleywine It also adds welcome pine structure to dark, roasty beers, where its resinous bite complements chocolate and coffee malt notes.Usage RecommendationsFor a 5-gallon batch, 0.5–1 oz at 60 minutes provides assertive bitterness; another 1 oz in the whirlpool or dry hop layers in pine and grapefruit. Use a light hand for balanced ambers and stouts, or lean in hard for an old-school, resin-forward IPA.Chinook with Cascade and Centennial is the definitive classic C-hop blend — a West Coast IPA in three ingredients.Specifications Alpha Acid: 13% Flavor Notes: Pine, grapefruit, spicy, resin Typical Use: Dual-purpose Common Additions: 60 min, whirlpool, dry hop Substitutes: Columbus, Simcoe Beer Styles: West Coast IPAs, pale ales, stouts, winter ales Whether you're crafting a throwback West Coast IPA or adding pine bite to a robust stout, Chinook delivers the bold, resinous character that built American craft brewing.
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