Citra
Alpha acid
10–15%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Tahoma
Alpha acid
7–8.2%
Beta acid
8.5–9.5%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Citra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Tahoma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusGrapefruit
Only in Citra
PeachMelonLimeFloralGooseberryPassion fruitLychee
Only in Tahoma
LemonCedarPineSpicyOrangeWoody
Property
| Property | Citra | Tahoma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–15% | 7–8.2% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.5% | 8.5–9.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–35% | 15–17% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 60–70% | 67–72% |
| Humulene | 7–13% | 9–11% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | 2–4% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |