ColumbusvsEkuanot

Columbus (dual purpose) and Ekuanot (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Columbus

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

14–18%

Beta acid

4.5–6%

Total oil

2.5–4.5 mL

United States

Ekuanot

Aroma

Alpha acid

13–15.5%

Beta acid

4–5.5%

Total oil

2–4.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Columbus

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Ekuanot

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Citrus

Only in Columbus

EarthyBlack currantLicoriceCurrySpicyFloralPungentDankCannabis

Only in Ekuanot

LemonLimeOrangeTropicalBerryPapayaAppleSageEucalyptusHerbalMelonGuava

Property

PropertyColumbusEkuanot
Alpha acid14–18%13–15.5%
Beta acid4.5–6%4–5.5%
Co-humulone28–35%31–38%
Total oil2.5–4.5 mL2–4.5 mL
Myrcene45–55%30–45%
Humulene9–14%12–20%
Caryophyllene6–10%8–12%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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