CTZ
Alpha acid
14.5–17%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Solero
Alpha acid
9–11.2%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.5–2 mL
Germany
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 Solero
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in CTZ
Black currantLicoriceCurryCitrusCannabisDank
Only in Solero
TropicalMangoPassion fruit
Property
| Property | CTZ | Solero |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14.5–17% | 9–11.2% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–5.5% | 5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 30–45% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | 1.5–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | - |
| Humulene | 9–14% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |