Hop Variety – Citra

Pedigree: Comprised of Hallertau Mittelfruh, US Tettnang, Brewer’s Gold and East Kent Golding
Brewing Usage: Aroma
Aroma: Strong citrus and tropical tones of grapefruit,
melon, lime, gooseberry, passionfruit and lychee
Alpha Acids: 11.0 – 13.0%
Beta Acids: 3.5 – 4.5%
Co-Humulone: 22 – 24% of alpha acids
Storage Stability: ~75% alpha remaining after 6 months
Total Oil: 2.2 – 2.8 mL/100g
Myrcene: 60 – 65% of total oil
Humulene: 11 – 13% of total oil
Caryophyllene: 6 – 8% of total oil
Farnesene: <1% of total oil General Trade Perception: Excellent for dry hopping
Possible Substitutions: Unknown
Typical Beer Styles: IPA, Imperial IPA, Pale Ale
Additional Information: Developed by the Hop Breeding Company and released in 2007

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