CTZ
Alpha acid
14.5–17%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Kazbek
Alpha acid
5–8%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
0.9–1.8 mL
Czech Republic
Key differences
When to pick CTZ
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Kazbek
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in CTZ
Black currantLicoriceCurryCitrusCannabisDank
Only in Kazbek
SpicyLemon
Property
| Property | CTZ | Kazbek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14.5–17% | 5–8% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–5.5% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 35–40% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | 0.9–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 40–55% |
| Humulene | 9–14% | 20–35% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Czech Republic |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |