Falconer's FlightvsCitra
Falconer's Flight (aroma) and Citra (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Falconer's Flight
Alpha acid
9.5–12%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
1.4–3 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 Falconer's Flight
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Citra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralGrapefruit
Only in Falconer's Flight
TropicalLemonPine
Only in Citra
CitrusPeachMelonLimeGooseberryPassion fruitLychee
Property
| Property | Falconer's Flight | Citra |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.5–12% | 10–15% |
| Beta acid | 4–5% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–29% | 20–35% |
| Total oil | 1.4–3 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 43–62% | 60–70% |
| Humulene | 11–17% | 7–13% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 1–2% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |