Aurora
Alpha acid
6.5–13%
Beta acid
2.7–5.5%
Total oil
0.9–1.8 mL
Slovenia
Citra
Alpha acid
10–15%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Aurora
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Citra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Aurora
SpicyLemongrassNoble
Only in Citra
CitrusGrapefruitPeachMelonLimeGooseberryPassion fruitLychee
Property
| Property | Aurora | Citra |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.5–13% | 10–15% |
| Beta acid | 2.7–5.5% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–26% | 20–35% |
| Total oil | 0.9–1.8 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–25% | 60–70% |
| Humulene | 20–25% | 7–13% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–9% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 5–10% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |