Talus
Alpha acid
8.1–9.5%
Beta acid
8.3–10.2%
Total oil
1–2.7 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 Talus
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
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
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitCitrusFloral
Only in Talus
RosePineResinTropicalSagePotpourriCreamStone fruitWoody
Only in Citra
PeachMelonLimeGooseberryPassion fruitLychee
Property
| Property | Talus | Citra |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.1–9.5% | 10–15% |
| Beta acid | 8.3–10.2% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 34–39% | 20–35% |
| Total oil | 1–2.7 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 60–70% |
| Humulene | 16–21% | 7–13% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–13% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |