Southern CrossvsCitra
Southern Cross and Citra are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Southern Cross
Alpha acid
11–14%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.2–2 mL
New Zealand
Citra
Alpha acid
10–15%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Southern Cross
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Citra
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
LimeCitrus
Only in Southern Cross
LemonPineSpicyTropicalZest
Only in Citra
GrapefruitPeachMelonFloralGooseberryPassion fruitLychee
Property
| Property | Southern Cross | Citra |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–14% | 10–15% |
| Beta acid | 5–7% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–28% | 20–35% |
| Total oil | 1.2–2 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 31–55% | 60–70% |
| Humulene | 13–21% | 7–13% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 6–8% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |