Equinox
Alpha acid
14.5–15.5%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
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 Equinox
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick CTZ
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Equinox
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Only in CTZ
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Property
| Property | Equinox | CTZ |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14.5–15.5% | 14.5–17% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–5.5% | 4.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 32–38% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 45–55% |
| Humulene | - | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |