CTZvsMarynka

CTZ and Marynka are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

CTZ

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

14.5–17%

Beta acid

4.5–5.5%

Total oil

2.5–4.5 mL

United States

Marynka

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

7.5–12%

Beta acid

10–13%

Total oil

1.8–3.3 mL

Poland

Key differences

When to pick CTZ

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

When to pick Marynka

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

LicoriceCitrus

Only in CTZ

Black currantCurryCannabisDank

Only in Marynka

HayLemonGrapefruitAniseEarthyHerbal

Property

PropertyCTZMarynka
Alpha acid14.5–17%7.5–12%
Beta acid4.5–5.5%10–13%
Co-humulone28–35%26–33%
Total oil2.5–4.5 mL1.8–3.3 mL
Myrcene45–55%28–31%
Humulene9–14%33–36%
Caryophyllene6–10%10–13%
Farnesene0–1%1–3%
OriginUnited StatesPoland
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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