Citra
Alpha acid
10–15%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Idaho Gem
Alpha acid
11–14%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.3–2.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Citra
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Idaho Gem
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Citra
GrapefruitPeachMelonLimeFloralGooseberryPassion fruitLychee
Only in Idaho Gem
PineappleCherryCandiedHerbalSpicyMintStone fruitRedberryMojitoSweet
Property
| Property | Citra | Idaho Gem |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–15% | 11–14% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.5% | 5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 20–35% | 40–45% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 1.3–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 60–70% | - |
| Humulene | 7–13% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |