CitravsGodiva

Citra (dual purpose) and Godiva (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Citra

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

10–15%

Beta acid

3–4.5%

Total oil

1.5–3 mL

United States

Godiva

Aroma

Alpha acid

6–9%

Beta acid

1.9–3%

Total oil

0.4–0.8 mL

UK

Key differences

When to pick Citra

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Godiva

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Gooseberry

Only in Citra

CitrusGrapefruitPeachMelonLimeFloralPassion fruitLychee

Only in Godiva

SpicyTangerineWhite

Property

PropertyCitraGodiva
Alpha acid10–15%6–9%
Beta acid3–4.5%1.9–3%
Co-humulone20–35%25–29%
Total oil1.5–3 mL0.4–0.8 mL
Myrcene60–70%-
Humulene7–13%-
Caryophyllene5–8%-
Farnesene0–1%-
OriginUnited StatesUK
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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