CitravsSorachi Ace
Citra and Sorachi Ace are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Citra
Alpha acid
10–15%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Sorachi Ace
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
6–8%
Total oil
1–3 mL
Japan
Key differences
When to pick Citra
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Sorachi Ace
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Citra
GrapefruitPeachMelonLimeFloralGooseberryPassion fruitLychee
Only in Sorachi Ace
LemonDillWoodyTobaccoHerbal
Property
| Property | Citra | Sorachi Ace |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–15% | 11–16% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.5% | 6–8% |
| Co-humulone | 20–35% | 23–28% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 1–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 60–70% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 7–13% | 20–26% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | 7–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 2–5% |
| Origin | United States | Japan |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |