CTZ
Alpha acid
14.5–17%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Multihead
Alpha acid
3.5–4.5%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
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 Multihead
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in CTZ
Black currantLicoriceCurryCannabisDank
Only in Multihead
TropicalPeach
Property
| Property | CTZ | Multihead |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14.5–17% | 3.5–4.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–5.5% | 5.5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 45% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | 0.5–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 47–49% |
| Humulene | 9–14% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |