Amethyst
Alpha acid
3.5–6%
Beta acid
7–8%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
Czech Republic
CTZ
Alpha acid
14.5–17%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Amethyst
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick CTZ
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Amethyst
EarthySpicy
Only in CTZ
Black currantLicoriceCurryCannabisDank
Property
| Property | Amethyst | CTZ |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6% | 14.5–17% |
| Beta acid | 7–8% | 4.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–28% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 41–43% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 18–20% | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Czech Republic | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |