Citra
Alpha acid
10–15%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Monroe
Alpha acid
2.5–2.9%
Beta acid
6.5–7.5%
Total oil
0.95–1 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Citra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Monroe
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Passion fruit
Only in Citra
CitrusGrapefruitPeachMelonLimeFloralGooseberryLychee
Only in Monroe
MildSmoothStrawberryCherryPlumRaspberryOrangeRaspberry
Property
| Property | Citra | Monroe |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–15% | 2.5–2.9% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.5% | 6.5–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–35% | - |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 0.95–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 60–70% | - |
| Humulene | 7–13% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |