Posted by Will Ferguson on 12/5/2017 to
Hoppy Tuesday Showcase
Hoppy Tuesday Everybody!
Today's showcase hop is the high alpha, aromatic hop; Citra. Citra is considered one of the top ten aroma hop pellet and is still relatively new. Hop Breeding Company developed and released this hop in 2007. When using Citra, you can expect a grapefruit, melon, lime, goosberry, and passion fruit character.
- Hop Type: Dual-Purpose
- Origin: United States
- Alpha Acid: (11 - 13)%
- Similar Varieties: Chinook
- Common Styles: American-style Pale Ale, Wheat Beer, and IPA, Belgian-style Ale