Mystic
Alpha acid
4–7%
Beta acid
2–4%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 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 Mystic
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Citra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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
CitrusPassion fruit
Only in Mystic
Black currantWoody
Only in Citra
GrapefruitPeachMelonLimeFloralGooseberryLychee
Property
| Property | Mystic | Citra |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–7% | 10–15% |
| Beta acid | 2–4% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 20–35% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–40% | 60–70% |
| Humulene | 30–40% | 7–13% |
| Caryophyllene | 0% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | UK | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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