Citra
Alpha acid
10–15%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Ella
Alpha acid
13.3–19.2%
Beta acid
4–7.8%
Total oil
2.4–3.4 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Citra
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Ella
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitFloral
Only in Citra
CitrusPeachMelonLimeGooseberryPassion fruitLychee
Only in Ella
SpicyTropicalNobleAnise
Property
| Property | Citra | Ella |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–15% | 13.3–19.2% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.5% | 4–7.8% |
| Co-humulone | 20–35% | 33–40% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 2.4–3.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 60–70% | 34–50% |
| Humulene | 7–13% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | 5–18% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 12–14% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |