Horizon
Alpha acid
8.8–12%
Beta acid
5.5–7.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 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 Horizon
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick CTZ
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Horizon
FloralSpicyFloral
Only in CTZ
Black currantLicoriceCurryCannabisDank
Property
| Property | Horizon | CTZ |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.8–12% | 14.5–17% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–7.5% | 4.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 16–19% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–14% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 3–5% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |