African QueenvsCitra
African Queen and Citra are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
African Queen
Alpha acid
10–17%
Beta acid
3.9–6.2%
Total oil
0.7–1.5 mL
South Africa
Citra
Alpha acid
10–15%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick African Queen
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Citra
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusGooseberry
Only in African Queen
DankBlueberryStone fruitBlack currantBubblegumCassisLemongrassChiliesGazpacho
Only in Citra
GrapefruitPeachMelonLimeFloralPassion fruitLychee
Property
| Property | African Queen | Citra |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–17% | 10–15% |
| Beta acid | 3.9–6.2% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 20–35% |
| Total oil | 0.7–1.5 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–29% | 60–70% |
| Humulene | 21–30% | 7–13% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–17% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 5–7% | 0–1% |
| Origin | South Africa | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |