CTZvsSouthern Sublime

CTZ (dual purpose) and Southern Sublime (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

CTZ

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

14.5–17%

Beta acid

4.5–5.5%

Total oil

2.5–4.5 mL

United States

Southern Sublime

Aroma

Alpha acid

10.8–13.4%

Beta acid

4.9%

Total oil

-

South Africa

Key differences

When to pick CTZ

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Southern Sublime

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

CitrusDank

Only in CTZ

Black currantLicoriceCurryCannabis

Only in Southern Sublime

OrangePlumMangoPungent

Property

PropertyCTZSouthern Sublime
Alpha acid14.5–17%10.8–13.4%
Beta acid4.5–5.5%4.9%
Co-humulone28–35%26%
Total oil2.5–4.5 mL-
Myrcene45–55%49–51%
Humulene9–14%2–4%
Caryophyllene6–10%5–7%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesSouth Africa
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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