Enigma
Alpha acid
13.5–19.4%
Beta acid
4.5–7.1%
Total oil
1.8–3 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 Enigma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Citra
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Enigma
TropicalBerryStone fruitRaspberryRedcurrantWhite
Only in Citra
CitrusGrapefruitPeachMelonLimeFloralGooseberryPassion fruitLychee
Property
| Property | Enigma | Citra |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.5–19.4% | 10–15% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–7.1% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 37–43% | 20–35% |
| Total oil | 1.8–3 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 23–30% | 60–70% |
| Humulene | 12–19% | 7–13% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 9–12% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Hallertau Blanc