Citra
Alpha acid
10–15%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Pilgrim
Alpha acid
9–13%
Beta acid
4.2–5.5%
Total oil
1–1.8 mL
United Kingdom
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 Pilgrim
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusGrapefruit
Only in Citra
PeachMelonLimeFloralGooseberryPassion fruitLychee
Only in Pilgrim
FruitySpicyLemonPearBerry
Property
| Property | Citra | Pilgrim |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–15% | 9–13% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.5% | 4.2–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–35% | 36–38% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 1–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 60–70% | 30–35% |
| Humulene | 7–13% | 21–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |