CTZvsMarco Polo
CTZ and Marco Polo are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
CTZ
Alpha acid
14.5–17%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Marco Polo
Alpha acid
12–13%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
-
China
Key differences
When to pick CTZ
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Marco Polo
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in CTZ
Black currantLicoriceCurryCitrusCannabisDank
Only in Marco Polo
GooseberryOreganoElderflower
Property
| Property | CTZ | Marco Polo |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14.5–17% | 12–13% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–5.5% | 4.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 30–35% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 9–14% | 15–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 8–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | China |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |