MagnatvsCTZ

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

Magnat

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

11–16%

Beta acid

2.8–7%

Total oil

1–2 mL

Poland

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 Magnat

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 essential oils - more intense aroma
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Citrus

Only in Magnat

LilacFloralChamomileWoodyLemon

Only in CTZ

Black currantLicoriceCurryCannabisDank

Property

PropertyMagnatCTZ
Alpha acid11–16%14.5–17%
Beta acid2.8–7%4.5–5.5%
Co-humulone21–25%28–35%
Total oil1–2 mL2.5–4.5 mL
Myrcene30–59%45–55%
Humulene16–20%9–14%
Caryophyllene7–8%6–10%
Farnesene5–6%0–1%
OriginPolandUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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