Ella
Alpha acid
13.3–19.2%
Beta acid
4–7.8%
Total oil
2.4–3.4 mL
Australia
Citra
Alpha acid
10–15%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Ella
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Citra
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralGrapefruit
Only in Ella
SpicyTropicalNobleAnise
Only in Citra
CitrusPeachMelonLimeGooseberryPassion fruitLychee
Property
| Property | Ella | Citra |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.3–19.2% | 10–15% |
| Beta acid | 4–7.8% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 33–40% | 20–35% |
| Total oil | 2.4–3.4 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 34–50% | 60–70% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 7–13% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–18% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 12–14% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |