Strata
Alpha acid
11–12.5%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
2.3–3.5 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 Strata
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick CTZ
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CannabisDank
Only in Strata
GrapefruitPassion fruitStrawberryMusty
Only in CTZ
Black currantLicoriceCurryCitrus
Property
| Property | Strata | CTZ |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–12.5% | 14.5–17% |
| Beta acid | 5–7% | 4.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 21% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 2.3–3.5 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 52–65% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 22–30% | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–13% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Galaxy