Magnum (US)vsCTZ
Magnum (US) (bittering) and CTZ (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Magnum (US)
Alpha acid
10–16%
Beta acid
4.5–7%
Total oil
1.6–3 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 Magnum (US)
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick CTZ
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusBlack currant
Only in Magnum (US)
FloralSpicyNutmeg
Only in CTZ
LicoriceCurryCannabisDank
Property
| Property | Magnum (US) | CTZ |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–16% | 14.5–17% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–7% | 4.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 21–30% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 1.6–3 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 30–45% | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–12% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |