Marco PolovsCitra
Marco Polo and Citra are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Marco Polo
Alpha acid
12–13%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
-
China
Citra
Alpha acid
10–15%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Marco Polo
- 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
Gooseberry
Only in Marco Polo
OreganoElderflower
Only in Citra
CitrusGrapefruitPeachMelonLimeFloralPassion fruitLychee
Property
| Property | Marco Polo | Citra |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–13% | 10–15% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–5.5% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 30–35% | 20–35% |
| Total oil | - | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 60–70% |
| Humulene | 15–25% | 7–13% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–12% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | China | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |