Citra
Alpha acid
10–15%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Elixir
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
4.5–6.6%
Total oil
1.8–2.2 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Citra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Elixir
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusFloral
Only in Citra
GrapefruitPeachMelonLimeGooseberryPassion fruitLychee
Only in Elixir
RoseCognacLeatherTobaccoTropicalTangerineOrangeSandalwoodSpicy
Property
| Property | Citra | Elixir |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–15% | 4.6–7% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.5% | 4.5–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | 20–35% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 1.8–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 60–70% | 65–75% |
| Humulene | 7–13% | 1–2% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | 26–27% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |