ColumbusvsFalconer's Flight
Columbus (dual purpose) and Falconer's Flight (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Columbus
Alpha acid
14–18%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Falconer's Flight
Alpha acid
9.5–12%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
1.4–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Columbus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Falconer's Flight
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Columbus
EarthyBlack currantLicoriceCurrySpicyCitrusPungentDankCannabis
Only in Falconer's Flight
TropicalGrapefruitLemonPine
Property
| Property | Columbus | Falconer's Flight |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–18% | 9.5–12% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 4–5% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 20–29% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | 1.4–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 43–62% |
| Humulene | 9–14% | 11–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 1–2% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |