Citra
Alpha acid
10–15%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Callista
Alpha acid
2–5%
Beta acid
5–10%
Total oil
0.7–2.1 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Citra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Callista
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PeachPassion fruit
Only in Citra
CitrusGrapefruitMelonLimeFloralGooseberryLychee
Only in Callista
PearCaramelOrangeApricotPineBlackberryStrawberry
Property
| Property | Citra | Callista |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–15% | 2–5% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.5% | 5–10% |
| Co-humulone | 20–35% | 15–22% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 0.7–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 60–70% | 63–64% |
| Humulene | 7–13% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |