Brooklyn
Alpha acid
17.5–19.5%
Beta acid
8–10%
Total oil
-
New Zealand
Citra
Alpha acid
10–15%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Brooklyn
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Citra
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitPassion fruit
Only in Brooklyn
TropicalSpicyHay
Only in Citra
CitrusPeachMelonLimeFloralGooseberryLychee
Property
| Property | Brooklyn | Citra |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 17.5–19.5% | 10–15% |
| Beta acid | 8–10% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 26% | 20–35% |
| Total oil | - | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 60–70% |
| Humulene | - | 7–13% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |