CitravsYakima Gold
Citra and Yakima Gold are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Citra
Alpha acid
10–15%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Yakima Gold
Alpha acid
7–8%
Beta acid
3.5–4.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Citra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Yakima Gold
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Grapefruit
Only in Citra
CitrusPeachMelonLimeFloralGooseberryPassion fruitLychee
Only in Yakima Gold
SmoothLemon
Property
| Property | Citra | Yakima Gold |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–15% | 7–8% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.5% | 3.5–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–35% | 21–23% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 0.5–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 60–70% | 35–45% |
| Humulene | 7–13% | 18–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 8–12% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |