Cekin
Alpha acid
6–8%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.65–1.5 mL
Slovenia
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 Cekin
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick CTZ
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- 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 Cekin
Mild
Only in CTZ
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Property
| Property | Cekin | CTZ |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–8% | 14.5–17% |
| Beta acid | 2–3% | 4.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–27% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 0.65–1.5 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–48% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 16–17% | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–7% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 7–8% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |