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Citra Hops
Citra® is one of the most celebrated aroma hops in modern brewing, released by the Hop Breeding Company in 2007. Known for its intense citrus and tropical fruit character, Citra has become a staple in hop-forward beer styles. Its lineage includes Hallertau Mittelfrüh, US Tettnang, East Kent Goldings, Brewer’s Gold, and others.
Citra Hops Overview
- Flavors: Grapefruit, mango, pineapple, papaya, peach, apricot, passion fruit, lime, melon, gooseberry, lychee
- Primary Usage: Aroma and flavor (late kettle additions, whirlpool, dry hopping)
- Best Beer Styles: India Pale Ale (IPA), Pale Ale, American Wheat, Hazy IPA, Blonde Ale
- Similar Varieties: Simcoe, Cascade, Centennial, Mosaic
Background
Since its release, Citra has been featured prominently in numerous acclaimed beers, such as Toppling Goliath's Pseudo Sue and Three Floyds' Zombie Dust. Its high myrcene content contributes to its distinctive aromatic profile, making it a favorite among craft brewers and homebrewers alike.
Citra Hop Analysis
| Alpha Acids | 11.0 – 13.0% |
| Beta Acids | 3.0 – 4.5% |
| Cohumulone | 20 – 24% of alpha acids |
| Total Oil Content | 1.5 – 3.0 mL/100g |
| Myrcene | 60 – 70% |
| Humulene | 7 – 13% |
| Caryophyllene | 5 – 8% |
| Farnesene | <1% |
| Linalool | 0.5 – 1.1% |
| Geraniol | 0.2 – 0.6% |
| β-Pinene | 0.6 – 1.0% |
