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Citra
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About
American aroma hop Citra was created by John I. Haas, Inc. and Select Botanicals Group joint venture, the Hop Breeding Company. It was released to the brewing world in 2008. Now one of the most coveted high-impact aroma hops in the US, particularly among craft brewers, it boasts a complex lineage that includes the likes of Hallertau Mittelfrüh (father), Tettnanger (US), Brewer's Gold and East Kent Golding.
Origin
Developed by the Hop Breeding Company of Yakima, Washington in 2007. Bred from four different hops including Mittelfruh, East Kent Golding and US Tettnang.
Flavor & Aroma Characteristics
JasmineSpicyGooseberryLycheeGeraniumGrapefruitLimeMangoCitrusTropical FruitsHarsh BitternessPeachMelonFloralPassionfruit
Recommended Beer Styles
India Pale AleAmerican AlesAmber
Substitutes
Oil Composition
Myrcene
60-70%
Humulene
7-12%
Caryophyllene
5-8%
Farnesene
≥1%
Linalool
1-2%
Acid Profile
Alpha Acid10.0 - 15.0%
Beta Acid3.0 - 4.5%
Co-Humulone20-35%
Technical Details
Total Oil1.5-3 mL/100g
HSI0.25
Flavor Intensity9/10
Brewing Usebittering, late addition, dry hop
StorabilityRetains 75% alpha acid after 6 months storage at 20°C (68°F)