Adeena
Alpha acid
3.5–5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.8–1.1 mL
United States
Citra
Alpha acid
10–15%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Adeena
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Citra
- 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
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Adeena
HerbalSpicyLemonPine
Only in Citra
CitrusGrapefruitPeachMelonLimeGooseberryPassion fruitLychee
Property
| Property | Adeena | Citra |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–5% | 10–15% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 34–38% | 20–35% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.1 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 27–30% | 60–70% |
| Humulene | 31–45% | 7–13% |
| Caryophyllene | 15–22% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |