Southern PassionvsCTZ
Southern Passion (aroma) and CTZ (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Southern Passion
Alpha acid
11–14.2%
Beta acid
4.9–8%
Total oil
0.7–1.3 mL
South Africa
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 Southern Passion
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
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
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Southern Passion
Passion fruitGuavaFloralCoconutRedberryMelonGuava
Only in CTZ
Black currantLicoriceCurryCitrusCannabisDank
Property
| Property | Southern Passion | CTZ |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–14.2% | 14.5–17% |
| Beta acid | 4.9–8% | 4.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 16–26% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 0.7–1.3 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–55% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 14–36% | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 1–3% | 0–1% |
| Origin | South Africa | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |