McKenzie
Alpha acid
9–11%
Beta acid
8–9%
Total oil
2–3 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 McKenzie
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Citra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitMelonFloral
Only in McKenzie
LemonNectarinePineThymeStone fruitDank
Only in Citra
CitrusPeachLimeGooseberryPassion fruitLychee
Property
| Property | McKenzie | Citra |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–11% | 10–15% |
| Beta acid | 8–9% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | - | 20–35% |
| Total oil | 2–3 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 60–70% |
| Humulene | - | 7–13% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |