Citra
Alpha acid
10–15%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
NZH-107
Alpha acid
8–11%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.4–2.2 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 NZH-107
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusGrapefruitPassion fruit
Only in Citra
PeachMelonLimeFloralGooseberryLychee
Only in NZH-107
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Property
| Property | Citra | NZH-107 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–15% | 8–11% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.5% | 5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 20–35% | 27–31% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 1.4–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 60–70% | 55–65% |
| Humulene | 7–13% | 7–10% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | 4–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 4–7% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |