Columbus
Alpha acid
14–18%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
CTZ
Alpha acid
14.5–17%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Columbus
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick CTZ
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Black currantLicoriceCurryCitrusDankCannabis
Only in Columbus
EarthySpicyFloralPungent
Only in CTZ
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Property
| Property | Columbus | CTZ |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–18% | 14.5–17% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 4.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 9–14% | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |