SummitvsCTZ

Summit (bittering) and CTZ (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Summit

Bittering

Alpha acid

15–17.5%

Beta acid

4–6.5%

Total oil

1.5–3 mL

United States

CTZ

Dual purpose

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 Summit

  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick CTZ

  • 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 currantCitrusDankCannabis

Only in Summit

AniseIncenseOrangeGrapefruitTangerineEarthyOnionGarlic

Only in CTZ

LicoriceCurry

Property

PropertySummitCTZ
Alpha acid15–17.5%14.5–17%
Beta acid4–6.5%4.5–5.5%
Co-humulone26–33%28–35%
Total oil1.5–3 mL2.5–4.5 mL
Myrcene30–40%45–55%
Humulene18–22%9–14%
Caryophyllene12–16%6–10%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeBitteringDual purpose

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