Celeia
Alpha acid
3–6%
Beta acid
2–4%
Total oil
0.5–3.6 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 Celeia
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
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
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralSpicyEarthy
Only in Celeia
NobleLavenderHerbal
Only in Columbus
Black currantLicoriceCurryCitrusPungentDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Celeia | Columbus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6% | 14–18% |
| Beta acid | 2–4% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 25–29% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 0.5–3.6 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 26–35% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 18–23% | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–9% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 3–7% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |