CitravsStyrian Fox
Citra and Styrian Fox 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 Fox
Alpha acid
5.7–12%
Beta acid
2.1–4%
Total oil
0.4–1.7 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Citra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Styrian Fox
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Citra
GrapefruitPeachMelonLimeFloralGooseberryPassion fruitLychee
Only in Styrian Fox
Black currantLemongrassMarjoramElderflowerTropicalPineapplePineHoney
Property
| Property | Citra | Styrian Fox |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–15% | 5.7–12% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.5% | 2.1–4% |
| Co-humulone | 20–35% | 26–30% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 0.4–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 60–70% | 50–60% |
| Humulene | 7–13% | 12–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | 4–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |