Citra
Alpha acid
10–15%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Shaddock
Alpha acid
4.96%
Beta acid
3.59%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Citra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Shaddock
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitLime
Only in Citra
CitrusPeachMelonFloralGooseberryPassion fruitLychee
Only in Shaddock
OnionGarlic
Property
| Property | Citra | Shaddock |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–15% | 4.96% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.5% | 3.59% |
| Co-humulone | 20–35% | - |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 60–70% | - |
| Humulene | 7–13% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |