Pilgrim
Alpha acid
9–13%
Beta acid
4.2–5.5%
Total oil
1–1.8 mL
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 Pilgrim
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Citra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitCitrus
Only in Pilgrim
FruitySpicyLemonPearBerry
Only in Citra
PeachMelonLimeFloralGooseberryPassion fruitLychee
Property
| Property | Pilgrim | Citra |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–13% | 10–15% |
| Beta acid | 4.2–5.5% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 36–38% | 20–35% |
| Total oil | 1–1.8 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–35% | 60–70% |
| Humulene | 21–25% | 7–13% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |