HBC 630vsCTZ

HBC 630 and CTZ are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

HBC 630

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

12–15%

Beta acid

5–7%

Total oil

1.5–3 mL

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 HBC 630

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick CTZ

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Citrus

Only in HBC 630

CherryFloralHerbalRaspberryTropicalCandyFruity

Only in CTZ

Black currantLicoriceCurryCannabisDank

Property

PropertyHBC 630CTZ
Alpha acid12–15%14.5–17%
Beta acid5–7%4.5–5.5%
Co-humulone20–26%28–35%
Total oil1.5–3 mL2.5–4.5 mL
Myrcene40–50%45–55%
Humulene15–20%9–14%
Caryophyllene11–15%6–10%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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