CitravsMarco Polo

Citra and Marco Polo are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Citra

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

10–15%

Beta acid

3–4.5%

Total oil

1.5–3 mL

United States

Marco Polo

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

12–13%

Beta acid

4.5–5.5%

Total oil

-

China

Key differences

When to pick Citra

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Marco Polo

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Gooseberry

Only in Citra

CitrusGrapefruitPeachMelonLimeFloralPassion fruitLychee

Only in Marco Polo

OreganoElderflower

Property

PropertyCitraMarco Polo
Alpha acid10–15%12–13%
Beta acid3–4.5%4.5–5.5%
Co-humulone20–35%30–35%
Total oil1.5–3 mL-
Myrcene60–70%40–50%
Humulene7–13%15–25%
Caryophyllene5–8%8–12%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesChina
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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