Mystic
Alpha acid
4–7%
Beta acid
2–4%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
UK
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 Mystic
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick CTZ
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Black currantCitrus
Only in Mystic
Passion fruitWoody
Only in CTZ
LicoriceCurryCannabisDank
Property
| Property | Mystic | CTZ |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–7% | 14.5–17% |
| Beta acid | 2–4% | 4.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–40% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 30–40% | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 0% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | UK | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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