Citra
Alpha acid
10–15%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Trident
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
| Property | Citra | Trident |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–15% | 11–14% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.5% | 4–5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–35% | 20–30% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 60–70% | - |
| Humulene | 7–13% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |