CTZvsPacific Jade
CTZ and Pacific Jade 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
Pacific Jade
Alpha acid
12–14%
Beta acid
7–8%
Total oil
1.1–1.5 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick CTZ
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Pacific Jade
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Black currantCitrus
Only in CTZ
LicoriceCurryCannabisDank
Only in Pacific Jade
SpicyHerbal
Property
| Property | CTZ | Pacific Jade |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14.5–17% | 12–14% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–5.5% | 7–8% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 23–25% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | 1.1–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 33–34% |
| Humulene | 9–14% | 32–33% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 10–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |