CTZ
Alpha acid
14.5–17%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Opal
Alpha acid
5–14%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
0.8–1.3 mL
Germany
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 Opal
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Black currantCitrus
Only in CTZ
LicoriceCurryCannabisDank
Only in Opal
SpicyFloralHerbalAnise
Property
| Property | CTZ | Opal |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14.5–17% | 5–14% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–5.5% | 3.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 13–34% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | 0.8–1.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 20–45% |
| Humulene | 9–14% | 30–50% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 8–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Styrian Golding