CTZvsSouthern Sublime
CTZ (dual purpose) and Southern Sublime (aroma) 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
Southern Sublime
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
| Property | CTZ | Southern Sublime |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14.5–17% | 10.8–13.4% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–5.5% | 4.9% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 26% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 49–51% |
| Humulene | 9–14% | 2–4% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | South Africa |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |