USDA 008
Alpha acid
10.1–11.1%
Beta acid
2.7–3.3%
Total oil
1.6–1.7 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 USDA 008
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
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
FloralCitrusPeach
Only in USDA 008
SweetMangoStone fruit
Only in Citra
GrapefruitMelonLimeGooseberryPassion fruitLychee
Property
| Property | USDA 008 | Citra |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10.1–11.1% | 10–15% |
| Beta acid | 2.7–3.3% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–26% | 20–35% |
| Total oil | 1.6–1.7 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 6–7% | 60–70% |
| Humulene | 48–49% | 7–13% |
| Caryophyllene | 16–17% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |