Citra
Alpha acid
10–15%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Teamaker
Alpha acid
0.6–1.8%
Beta acid
5.4–13.2%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Citra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Teamaker
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Citra
CitrusGrapefruitPeachMelonLimeGooseberryPassion fruitLychee
Only in Teamaker
Subtle
Property
| Property | Citra | Teamaker |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–15% | 0.6–1.8% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.5% | 5.4–13.2% |
| Co-humulone | 20–35% | - |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 60–70% | 59–61% |
| Humulene | 7–13% | 1–2% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | 11–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |