Citra Hops Pellets 1 oz

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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 characte r, 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 Show more