Canadian RedvinevsCTZ

Canadian Redvine (aroma) and CTZ (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Canadian Redvine

Aroma

Alpha acid

5–6%

Beta acid

5–6%

Total oil

-

Canada

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 Canadian Redvine

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick CTZ

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Canadian Redvine

CherryBerryPineGrapefruit

Only in CTZ

Black currantLicoriceCurryCitrusCannabisDank

Property

PropertyCanadian RedvineCTZ
Alpha acid5–6%14.5–17%
Beta acid5–6%4.5–5.5%
Co-humulone47%28–35%
Total oil-2.5–4.5 mL
Myrcene69–71%45–55%
Humulene1–3%9–14%
Caryophyllene1–3%6–10%
Farnesene4–7%0–1%
OriginCanadaUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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