AzaccavsCTZ

Azacca and CTZ are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Azacca

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

14–16%

Beta acid

4–5.5%

Total oil

1.6–2.5 mL

United States

CTZ

Dual purpose

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 Azacca

  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick CTZ

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Citrus

Only in Azacca

MangoPapayaOrangeGrapefruitLemonSpicyPineappleGrassyTropical

Only in CTZ

Black currantLicoriceCurryCannabisDank

Property

PropertyAzaccaCTZ
Alpha acid14–16%14.5–17%
Beta acid4–5.5%4.5–5.5%
Co-humulone38–45%28–35%
Total oil1.6–2.5 mL2.5–4.5 mL
Myrcene46–55%45–55%
Humulene14–18%9–14%
Caryophyllene8–12%6–10%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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