CTZvsStyrian Eagle
CTZ and Styrian Eagle 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
Styrian Eagle
Alpha acid
12.5–17.5%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
2.5–4.6 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick CTZ
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Styrian Eagle
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Black currant
Only in CTZ
LicoriceCurryCitrusCannabisDank
Only in Styrian Eagle
BerryBananaPinePeach
Property
| Property | CTZ | Styrian Eagle |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14.5–17% | 12.5–17.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–5.5% | 3.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 20–23% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | 2.5–4.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 52–60% |
| Humulene | 9–14% | 0–2.5% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 4–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–10% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |