Harlequin
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
1–1.6 mL
UK
Citra
Alpha acid
10–15%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Harlequin
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Citra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Passion fruitPeach
Only in Harlequin
Pineapple
Only in Citra
CitrusGrapefruitMelonLimeFloralGooseberryLychee
Property
| Property | Harlequin | Citra |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–12% | 10–15% |
| Beta acid | 7–9% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 27–31% | 20–35% |
| Total oil | 1–1.6 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 59–61% | 60–70% |
| Humulene | 4–6% | 7–13% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 9–11% | 0–1% |
| Origin | UK | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |