CitravsIndependence
Citra (dual purpose) and Independence (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
Independence
Alpha acid
4.7%
Beta acid
1.5%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Citra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Independence
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusFloral
Only in Citra
GrapefruitPeachMelonLimeGooseberryPassion fruitLychee
Only in Independence
Stone fruitHerbalTobaccoEarthyPineGrassy
Property
| Property | Citra | Independence |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–15% | 4.7% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.5% | 1.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–35% | 20–21% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 60–70% | - |
| Humulene | 7–13% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |