Columbus
Alpha acid
14–18%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Ella
Alpha acid
13.3–19.2%
Beta acid
4–7.8%
Total oil
2.4–3.4 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Columbus
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Ella
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyFloral
Only in Columbus
EarthyBlack currantLicoriceCurryCitrusPungentDankCannabis
Only in Ella
GrapefruitTropicalNobleAnise
Property
| Property | Columbus | Ella |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–18% | 13.3–19.2% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 4–7.8% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 33–40% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | 2.4–3.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 34–50% |
| Humulene | 9–14% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 5–18% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 12–14% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |