Citra
Alpha acid
10–15%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Idaho 7
Alpha acid
9.5–14.9%
Beta acid
3.5–5%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
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
When to pick Idaho 7
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusGrapefruitFloral
Only in Citra
PeachMelonLimeGooseberryPassion fruitLychee
Only in Idaho 7
Black currantTropicalApricotOrangePapayaResinPineBlack currantEarthy
Property
| Property | Citra | Idaho 7 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–15% | 9.5–14.9% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.5% | 3.5–5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–35% | 30–40% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 60–70% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 7–13% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |