Elixir
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
4.5–6.6%
Total oil
1.8–2.2 mL
France
Citra
Alpha acid
10–15%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Elixir
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Citra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusFloral
Only in Elixir
RoseCognacLeatherTobaccoTropicalTangerineOrangeSandalwoodSpicy
Only in Citra
GrapefruitPeachMelonLimeGooseberryPassion fruitLychee
Property
| Property | Elixir | Citra |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.6–7% | 10–15% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6.6% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 20–35% |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.2 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 65–75% | 60–70% |
| Humulene | 1–2% | 7–13% |
| Caryophyllene | 26–27% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |