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Wednesday, May 6, 2020

Citra Hop


Citra Hop
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.

Gene Probasco is credited with having first bred Citra in 1990. After trialing the new variety with iconic craft breweries Deschutes, Sierra Nevada and others, commercial acreage was significantly expanded in the lead up to its official release.

Citra, as the name implies, has a strong citrusy profile. This is largely credited to its very high myrcene content. It has an extraordinary flavor profile of grapefruit, lime and tropical fruits but despite its high alphas, brewers often warn against its use for bittering, which is considered by some to be harsh and undesirable.  - Hoplist

A few beers featuring Citra Hops





Deschutes Fresh Squeezed IPA....$9.99 / 6pk cans
A juicy citrus and grapefruit flavor profile. As if fresh Citra and Mosaic hops were squeezed straight into the bottle.


Toppling Goliath Psuedo Sue...$9.99 / 4pk 16oz cans
Pale Ale – 6.8% ABV • 45 IBU
This single hop pale ale showcases the Citra hop for a well-balanced beer that is delicate in body with a mild bitterness in the finish. She roars with ferocious aromas of grapefruit, citrus, mango and evergreen. Pseudo Sue’s unique taste is clean and bright with just enough bite!

Heavy Riff Daisy Glaze IPA...$13.99 / 4pk 16oz cans
IPA - New England / 6.4% ABV / 60 IBU
This big NEIPA features Citra and Amarillo hops to create a huge citrus and tropical aroma with hints of orange peel wrapped into a velvety smooth and soft malt body.

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