Elixir
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
4.5–6.6%
Total oil
1.8–2.2 mL
France
CTZ
Alpha acid
14.5–17%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Elixir
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick CTZ
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Elixir
RoseCognacLeatherTobaccoTropicalTangerineOrangeFloralSandalwoodSpicy
Only in CTZ
Black currantLicoriceCurryCannabisDank
Property
| Property | Elixir | CTZ |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.6–7% | 14.5–17% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6.6% | 4.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.2 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 65–75% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 1–2% | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 26–27% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |