Herkules
Alpha acid
12–17%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.4–2.4 mL
Germany
Citra
Alpha acid
10–15%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Herkules
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Citra
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- 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
CitrusMelon
Only in Herkules
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Only in Citra
GrapefruitPeachLimeFloralGooseberryPassion fruitLychee
Property
| Property | Herkules | Citra |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–17% | 10–15% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 32–38% | 20–35% |
| Total oil | 1.4–2.4 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–50% | 60–70% |
| Humulene | 30–45% | 7–13% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–12% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |