CTZ
Alpha acid
14.5–17%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Zagrava
Alpha acid
4–7%
Beta acid
8–12%
Total oil
2–3 mL
Ukraine
Key differences
When to pick CTZ
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Zagrava
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in CTZ
Black currantLicoriceCurryCitrusCannabisDank
Only in Zagrava
HerbalSpicyFruityFloral
Property
| Property | CTZ | Zagrava |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14.5–17% | 4–7% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–5.5% | 8–12% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 24–28% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | 2–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 30–50% |
| Humulene | 9–14% | 14–16% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 7–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 12–18% |
| Origin | United States | Ukraine |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Lubelski
Spalter Select