CitravsStyrian Eagle
Citra and Styrian Eagle 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
Styrian Eagle
Alpha acid
12.5–17.5%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
2.5–4.6 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Citra
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Styrian Eagle
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Peach
Only in Citra
CitrusGrapefruitMelonLimeFloralGooseberryPassion fruitLychee
Only in Styrian Eagle
BerryBananaPineBlack currant
Property
| Property | Citra | Styrian Eagle |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–15% | 12.5–17.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.5% | 3.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–35% | 20–23% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 2.5–4.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 60–70% | 52–60% |
| Humulene | 7–13% | 0–2.5% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | 4–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–10% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |