Citra (T90 Pellet) is one of the most celebrated hop varieties in the world of craft brewing. This BBC PURE HOP PELLET™ delivers an extraordinary intensity of tropical fruit aromas and flavours — passion fruit, lychee, lime, and grapefruit — that have made it a cornerstone of modern IPA brewing. With alpha acids of 11–13%, Citra is a dual-purpose hop equally suited to late-boil additions and dry hopping, where it really shines. Whether you're brewing a hazy NEIPA, a session pale ale, or a big American IPA, Citra delivers punch, clarity, and tropical character that no other hop quite matches.
All BrewCo UK hops are stored in nitrogen-flushed, vacuum-sealed packaging to preserve maximum freshness and alpha acid content.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much Citra should I use per batch?
For a 23-litre batch, use 20–30g at flameout or whirlpool for aroma, and 50–100g for dry hopping. Citra is very intense — start at the lower end if you're new to it.
Can I use Citra for bittering?
Yes, with alpha acids of 11–13% it's perfectly capable as a bittering hop, but it's wasted in a 60-minute addition where the aroma is driven off. Save it for late additions and dry hopping to get the full tropical character.
What beer styles suit Citra hops?
New England IPA, Hazy IPA, American Pale Ale, Session IPA, and any modern pale beer where tropical fruit character is desired. It also works well in lager-style ales where you want a citrusy finish. See our
hops comparison chart.
What hops pair well with Citra?
Centennial, Mosaic, Galaxy, and Simcoe all pair brilliantly with Citra. Centennial adds grapefruit and pine structure; Mosaic adds blueberry and earthiness; Galaxy adds a softer passion fruit note.
How should I store Citra hops once opened?
Reseal tightly and store in your freezer. Hops oxidise quickly once exposed to air and lose aroma rapidly at room temperature. Used within 3–6 months of opening for best results.
Full Technical Spec Sheet
| Origin |
USA |
| Alpha Acids |
11–13% |
| Type |
Dual-purpose, aroma-forward |
| Flavour |
Passion fruit, lychee, lime, grapefruit |
| Best use |
Flameout/whirlpool (20–30g/23L) and dry hop (50–100g/23L) |
| Pairs with |
Centennial, Mosaic, Galaxy, Simcoe |
| Styles |
NEIPA, Hazy IPA, American Pale Ale, Session IPA |
