GrungeistvsCTZ

Grungeist (aroma) and CTZ (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Grungeist

Aroma

Alpha acid

2.9%

Beta acid

9%

Total oil

-

United States

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 Grungeist

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick CTZ

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Grungeist

KiwiPeachPassion fruitLemonFloralLavenderZest

Only in CTZ

Black currantLicoriceCurryCitrusCannabisDank

Property

PropertyGrungeistCTZ
Alpha acid2.9%14.5–17%
Beta acid9%4.5–5.5%
Co-humulone19.2%28–35%
Total oil-2.5–4.5 mL
Myrcene-45–55%
Humulene-9–14%
Caryophyllene-6–10%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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