FlyervsCTZ

Flyer and CTZ are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Flyer

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8.3–14.5%

Beta acid

4.1–6%

Total oil

-

United Kingdom

CTZ

Dual purpose

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 Flyer

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

When to pick CTZ

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

CitrusLicorice

Only in Flyer

SpicyResinCaramel

Only in CTZ

Black currantCurryCannabisDank

Property

PropertyFlyerCTZ
Alpha acid8.3–14.5%14.5–17%
Beta acid4.1–6%4.5–5.5%
Co-humulone26–35%28–35%
Total oil-2.5–4.5 mL
Myrcene17–25%45–55%
Humulene22–23%9–14%
Caryophyllene0–1%6–10%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited KingdomUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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