CitravsTrident

Citra and Trident are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Citra

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

10–15%

Beta acid

3–4.5%

Total oil

1.5–3 mL

United States

Trident

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

11–14%

Beta acid

4–5%

Total oil

1.5–3 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Citra

  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Trident

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

CitrusPassion fruit

Only in Citra

GrapefruitPeachMelonLimeFloralGooseberryLychee

Only in Trident

FruityTropical

Property

PropertyCitraTrident
Alpha acid10–15%11–14%
Beta acid3–4.5%4–5%
Co-humulone20–35%20–30%
Total oil1.5–3 mL1.5–3 mL
Myrcene60–70%-
Humulene7–13%-
Caryophyllene5–8%-
Farnesene0–1%-
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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