Citra
Alpha acid
10–15%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Columbus
Alpha acid
14–18%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Citra
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Columbus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusFloral
Only in Citra
GrapefruitPeachMelonLimeGooseberryPassion fruitLychee
Only in Columbus
EarthyBlack currantLicoriceCurrySpicyPungentDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Citra | Columbus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–15% | 14–18% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.5% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 20–35% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 60–70% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 7–13% | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |