Citra® Brand
Developed by the Hop Breeding Company and released in 2007, Citra® HBC 394 is known for its high alpha-acid and total-oil content. It has become a cornerstone of aroma varieties for all brewers, imparting distinct citrus and tropical fruit flavors, and has been a key variety in many award-winning beers.
The dominant aromatic profile of Citra® is tropical citrus and stone fruit, with nuanced qualities of lime and orange. Its versatility lends itself to a wide range of styles, from Saisons and Wheat Beers to lagers, reliably imparting bright, juicy flavors.
Aroma Profile
- Citrus
- Stone Fruit
- Tropical
- Woody
Citra® Brand American Noble Hops™ Pellets
American Noble Hops™ Pellets
Citra® Brand Cryo Hops® Pellets
Cryo Hops® Pellets
Technical Specifications
TYPICAL BREWING VALUES
ALPHA ACIDS %
(20-24% COHUMULONE)
BETA ACIDS %
TOTAL OIL ml/100g
TOTAL OIL BREAKDOWN
(% OF TOTAL OIL)
SENSORY ANALYSIS
View similar or recommended varieties curated by the Yakima Chief Hops sensory team based on a range of attributes including aroma characteristics, usage scenarios, and oil comparisons.
Citra® Brand
HBC 394 | US
- Citrus
- Stone Fruit
- Tropical
- Woody
- +0
Admiral
RH40 | UK
- Orange
- Resinous
- Tea
- +0
Centennial
W415-90 | US
- Lemon
- Floral
- Orange
- Tropical
- Woody
- +0
Mosaic® Brand
HBC 369 | US
- Berry
- Citrus
- Tropical
- Stone Fruit
- +0
Simcoe® Brand
YCR 14 | US
- Citrus
- Grapefruit
- Stone Fruit
- Tropical
- Woody
- +0
