Citra
Alpha acid
10–15%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Motueka
Alpha acid
5–8.5%
Beta acid
5–5.5%
Total oil
0.8–1 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Citra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Motueka
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusLimeFloral
Only in Citra
GrapefruitPeachMelonGooseberryPassion fruitLychee
Only in Motueka
MojitoLemonTropical
Property
| Property | Citra | Motueka |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–15% | 5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.5% | 5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–35% | 25–35% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 0.8–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 60–70% | 47–48% |
| Humulene | 7–13% | 3–4% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | 1–3% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 12–13% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |