Columbia
Alpha acid
5–9%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Columbia
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Ahtanum
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
LemonCitrus
Only in Columbia
PineappleNoblePungent
Only in Ahtanum
GrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyFloralCedar
Property
| Property | Columbia | Ahtanum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–9% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 40% | 30–35% |
| Total oil | 1–2 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 15–19% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–12% | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | 3–5% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |