CitravsEvergreen Blend
Citra (dual purpose) and Evergreen Blend (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
Evergreen Blend
Alpha acid
7–7.5%
Beta acid
4.3–4.5%
Total oil
-
United States
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
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Evergreen Blend
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Peach
Only in Citra
CitrusGrapefruitMelonLimeFloralGooseberryPassion fruitLychee
Only in Evergreen Blend
ApricotLemonGreenWatermelonTangerine
Property
| Property | Citra | Evergreen Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–15% | 7–7.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.5% | 4.3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–35% | - |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 60–70% | 30–32% |
| Humulene | 7–13% | 20–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | 10–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 1–3% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |