Citra (US) Hop Pellets

Description

From Washington, USA; parentage includes Hallertau Mittelfrüh, Tettnang, Brewers Gold, and East Kent Golding. Developed by the Hop Breeding Company of Yakima and released in 2007, Citra® remains highly sought after for its unique flavor characteristics. Because of its distinctive and intense aromatics, Citra® is best in a late addition or dry hop capacity. Used as a single variety or in a blend, Citra® does well in American wheat beers, pale ales, IPAs Belgian-style ales, and has been known to complement Brettanomyces ferments. It is strongly tropical and lush with a host of fruit flavors including peach, passionfruit, guava, lychee, grapefruit, lime and gooseberry.

Alpha Acids: 12 – 15%

Sensory Profile: Citrus, Stone Fruit, Tropical, Wood

Use: Aroma/Flavor

Substitutions: Galaxy, Taurus, Simcoe, Mosaic, Centennial, Cascade