Columbus
Alpha acid
14–18%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Dana
Alpha acid
7.2–13%
Beta acid
2.7–6%
Total oil
0.9–1.6 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Columbus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Dana
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusFloral
Only in Columbus
EarthyBlack currantLicoriceCurrySpicyPungentDankCannabis
Only in Dana
Pine
Property
| Property | Columbus | Dana |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–18% | 7.2–13% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 2.7–6% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 22–31% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | 0.9–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 35–53% |
| Humulene | 9–14% | 20–27% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 4–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–9% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |