Aurora
Alpha acid
6.5–13%
Beta acid
2.7–5.5%
Total oil
0.9–1.8 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 Aurora
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Columbus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralSpicy
Only in Aurora
LemongrassNoble
Only in Columbus
EarthyBlack currantLicoriceCurryCitrusPungentDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Aurora | Columbus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.5–13% | 14–18% |
| Beta acid | 2.7–5.5% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 20–26% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 0.9–1.8 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–25% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 20–25% | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–9% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 5–10% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |