CitravsPerle (GR)

Citra (dual purpose) and Perle (GR) (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Citra

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

10–15%

Beta acid

3–4.5%

Total oil

1.5–3 mL

United States

Perle (GR)

Aroma

Alpha acid

4–9%

Beta acid

2.5–5%

Total oil

0.5–2.5 mL

Germany

Key differences

When to pick Citra

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Perle (GR)

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Floral

Only in Citra

CitrusGrapefruitPeachMelonLimeGooseberryPassion fruitLychee

Only in Perle (GR)

FruityMintStone fruitHerbalEarthySlightly

Property

PropertyCitraPerle (GR)
Alpha acid10–15%4–9%
Beta acid3–4.5%2.5–5%
Co-humulone20–35%29–35%
Total oil1.5–3 mL0.5–2.5 mL
Myrcene60–70%20–35%
Humulene7–13%35–55%
Caryophyllene5–8%10–20%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesGermany
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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