CitravsBarbe Rouge
Citra (dual purpose) and Barbe Rouge (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Citra
Alpha acid
10–15%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Barbe Rouge
Alpha acid
3.8–10%
Beta acid
3.3–4.6%
Total oil
1.1–3 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Citra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Barbe Rouge
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusLimeFloral
Only in Citra
GrapefruitPeachMelonGooseberryPassion fruitLychee
Only in Barbe Rouge
KumquatOrangeRedcurrantStrawberryRaspberryBerryHerbal
Property
| Property | Citra | Barbe Rouge |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–15% | 3.8–10% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.5% | 3.3–4.6% |
| Co-humulone | 20–35% | 24–28% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 1.1–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 60–70% | 35–60% |
| Humulene | 7–13% | 15–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | 2–4% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–4% |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |