Citra
Alpha acid
10–15%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Merkur
Alpha acid
12–16.2%
Beta acid
4.5–7.3%
Total oil
2–3 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Citra
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Merkur
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Citra
GrapefruitPeachMelonLimeFloralGooseberryPassion fruitLychee
Only in Merkur
SugarPineappleMintEarthy
Property
| Property | Citra | Merkur |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–15% | 12–16.2% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.5% | 4.5–7.3% |
| Co-humulone | 20–35% | 17–20% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 2–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 60–70% | 45–50% |
| Humulene | 7–13% | 28–32% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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