Atlas
Alpha acid
5–11%
Beta acid
4%
Total oil
1.3–1.6 mL
Slovenia
Columbus
Alpha acid
14–18%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Atlas
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Columbus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Atlas
LimePine
Only in Columbus
EarthyBlack currantLicoriceCurrySpicyCitrusPungentDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Atlas | Columbus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–11% | 14–18% |
| Beta acid | 4% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 36–38% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 1.3–1.6 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 58–59% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 8–10% | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–5% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 13–14% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |