CTZvsPacific Sunrise
CTZ (dual purpose) and Pacific Sunrise (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
CTZ
Alpha acid
14.5–17%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Pacific Sunrise
Alpha acid
12.5–14.5%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick CTZ
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Pacific Sunrise
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in CTZ
Black currantLicoriceCurryCitrusCannabisDank
Only in Pacific Sunrise
WoodyPineLemonOrangeMangoMelonFloral
Property
| Property | CTZ | Pacific Sunrise |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14.5–17% | 12.5–14.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–5.5% | 5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 27–30% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | 1.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 9–14% | 20–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |