CTZvsSummit

CTZ (dual purpose) and Summit (bittering) 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

Summit

Bittering

Alpha acid

15–17.5%

Beta acid

4–6.5%

Total oil

1.5–3 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick CTZ

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Summit

  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Black currantCitrusCannabisDank

Only in CTZ

LicoriceCurry

Only in Summit

AniseIncenseOrangeGrapefruitTangerineEarthyOnionGarlic

Property

PropertyCTZSummit
Alpha acid14.5–17%15–17.5%
Beta acid4.5–5.5%4–6.5%
Co-humulone28–35%26–33%
Total oil2.5–4.5 mL1.5–3 mL
Myrcene45–55%30–40%
Humulene9–14%18–22%
Caryophyllene6–10%12–16%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeBittering

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