Boadicea
Alpha acid
7.5–10%
Beta acid
3.2–4.5%
Total oil
1.3–2.2 mL
United Kingdom
Columbus
Alpha acid
14–18%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Boadicea
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
Floral
Only in Boadicea
BlossomFruity
Only in Columbus
EarthyBlack currantLicoriceCurrySpicyCitrusPungentDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Boadicea | Columbus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.5–10% | 14–18% |
| Beta acid | 3.2–4.5% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 23–29% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 1.3–2.2 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–40% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 19–21% | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 15–19% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–5% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |