Ekuanot
Alpha acid
13–15.5%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
2–4.5 mL
United States
Citra
Alpha acid
10–15%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Ekuanot
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Citra
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
LimeMelonCitrus
Only in Ekuanot
LemonOrangeTropicalBerryPapayaAppleSageEucalyptusHerbalGuava
Only in Citra
GrapefruitPeachFloralGooseberryPassion fruitLychee
Property
| Property | Ekuanot | Citra |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–15.5% | 10–15% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 31–38% | 20–35% |
| Total oil | 2–4.5 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 60–70% |
| Humulene | 12–20% | 7–13% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–12% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |