Olicana
Alpha acid
7–9%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
-
United Kingdom
Citra
Alpha acid
10–15%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Olicana
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Citra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitPassion fruitFloral
Only in Olicana
Mango
Only in Citra
CitrusPeachMelonLimeGooseberryLychee
Property
| Property | Olicana | Citra |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–9% | 10–15% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 28–32% | 20–35% |
| Total oil | - | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 19–20% | 60–70% |
| Humulene | 8–9% | 7–13% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |