CTZvsBarbe Rouge
CTZ (dual purpose) and Barbe Rouge (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
CTZ
Alpha acid
14.5–17%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Barbe Rouge
Alpha acid
3.8–10%
Beta acid
3.3–4.6%
Total oil
1.1–3 mL
France
Key differences
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
When to pick Barbe Rouge
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in CTZ
Black currantLicoriceCurryCannabisDank
Only in Barbe Rouge
KumquatOrangeLimeRedcurrantStrawberryRaspberryFloralBerryHerbal
Property
| Property | CTZ | Barbe Rouge |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14.5–17% | 3.8–10% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–5.5% | 3.3–4.6% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 24–28% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | 1.1–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 35–60% |
| Humulene | 9–14% | 15–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 2–4% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–4% |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |