Citra
Alpha acid
10–15%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Tango
Alpha acid
7.5–11%
Beta acid
7.5–10%
Total oil
2.4–4 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Citra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Tango
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusPassion fruit
Only in Citra
GrapefruitPeachMelonLimeFloralGooseberryLychee
Only in Tango
PineappleSpicy
Property
| Property | Citra | Tango |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–15% | 7.5–11% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.5% | 7.5–10% |
| Co-humulone | 20–35% | 19–25% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 2.4–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 60–70% | - |
| Humulene | 7–13% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |