Citra
Alpha acid
10–15%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Summer
Alpha acid
5.6–6.4%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1.4–2 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Citra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Summer
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusPeachMelonPassion fruit
Only in Citra
GrapefruitLimeFloralGooseberryLychee
Only in Summer
ApricotGrassyStone fruit
Property
| Property | Citra | Summer |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–15% | 5.6–6.4% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.5% | 4.8–6.1% |
| Co-humulone | 20–35% | 20–25% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 1.4–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 60–70% | 29–38% |
| Humulene | 7–13% | 28–50% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | 8–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |