Pacific GemvsCTZ
Pacific Gem (bittering) and CTZ (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Pacific Gem
Alpha acid
13–15%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
0.8–1.6 mL
New Zealand
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 Pacific Gem
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- 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
Black currant
Only in Pacific Gem
BerryBlackberryFloralOakPine
Only in CTZ
LicoriceCurryCitrusCannabisDank
Property
| Property | Pacific Gem | CTZ |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–15% | 14.5–17% |
| Beta acid | 7–9% | 4.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 35–40% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.6 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–40% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–12% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |