CTZ
Alpha acid
14.5–17%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Dana
Alpha acid
7.2–13%
Beta acid
2.7–6%
Total oil
0.9–1.6 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick CTZ
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Dana
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in CTZ
Black currantLicoriceCurryCannabisDank
Only in Dana
FloralPine
Property
| Property | CTZ | Dana |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14.5–17% | 7.2–13% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–5.5% | 2.7–6% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 22–31% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | 0.9–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 35–53% |
| Humulene | 9–14% | 20–27% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 4–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–9% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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