Target
Alpha acid
8.5–13.5%
Beta acid
4.3–5.7%
Total oil
1–1.4 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 Target
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
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
Citrus
Only in Target
MarmaladeSageSpicyPepper
Only in Citra
GrapefruitPeachMelonLimeFloralGooseberryPassion fruitLychee
Property
| Property | Target | Citra |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.5–13.5% | 10–15% |
| Beta acid | 4.3–5.7% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 35–40% | 20–35% |
| Total oil | 1–1.4 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 60–70% |
| Humulene | 17–23% | 7–13% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |