Citra
Alpha acid
10–15%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Marynka
Alpha acid
7.5–12%
Beta acid
10–13%
Total oil
1.8–3.3 mL
Poland
Key differences
When to pick Citra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Marynka
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusGrapefruit
Only in Citra
PeachMelonLimeFloralGooseberryPassion fruitLychee
Only in Marynka
HayLicoriceLemonAniseEarthyHerbal
Property
| Property | Citra | Marynka |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–15% | 7.5–12% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.5% | 10–13% |
| Co-humulone | 20–35% | 26–33% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 1.8–3.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 60–70% | 28–31% |
| Humulene | 7–13% | 33–36% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | 10–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 1–3% |
| Origin | United States | Poland |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |