Trident
Alpha acid
11–14%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
1.5–3 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 Trident
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Citra
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusPassion fruit
Only in Trident
FruityTropical
Only in Citra
GrapefruitPeachMelonLimeFloralGooseberryLychee
Property
| Property | Trident | Citra |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–14% | 10–15% |
| Beta acid | 4–5% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–30% | 20–35% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 60–70% |
| Humulene | - | 7–13% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |