Columbus
Alpha acid
14–18%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Elixir
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
4.5–6.6%
Total oil
1.8–2.2 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Columbus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Elixir
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyCitrusFloral
Only in Columbus
EarthyBlack currantLicoriceCurryPungentDankCannabis
Only in Elixir
RoseCognacLeatherTobaccoTropicalTangerineOrangeSandalwood
Property
| Property | Columbus | Elixir |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–18% | 4.6–7% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 4.5–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | 1.8–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 65–75% |
| Humulene | 9–14% | 1–2% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 26–27% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |