Citra
Alpha acid
10–15%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Herkules
Alpha acid
12–17%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.4–2.4 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Citra
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Herkules
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusMelon
Only in Citra
GrapefruitPeachLimeFloralGooseberryPassion fruitLychee
Only in Herkules
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Property
| Property | Citra | Herkules |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–15% | 12–17% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.5% | 4–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–35% | 32–38% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 1.4–2.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 60–70% | 30–50% |
| Humulene | 7–13% | 30–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | 7–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |