Citra
Alpha acid
10–15%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Vital
Alpha acid
9–16%
Beta acid
6–11%
Total oil
1.1–2.5 mL
Czech Republic
Key differences
When to pick Citra
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Vital
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Citra
CitrusGrapefruitPeachMelonLimeFloralGooseberryPassion fruitLychee
Only in Vital
PlumLavenderSpicyLicorice
Property
| Property | Citra | Vital |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–15% | 9–16% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.5% | 6–11% |
| Co-humulone | 20–35% | 21–26% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 1.1–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 60–70% | 40–60% |
| Humulene | 7–13% | 2–5% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 1–3% |
| Origin | United States | Czech Republic |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |