Columbus
Alpha acid
14–18%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Gemini
Alpha acid
6–10.4%
Beta acid
3–4.28%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Columbus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Gemini
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Black currant
Only in Columbus
EarthyLicoriceCurrySpicyCitrusFloralPungentDankCannabis
Only in Gemini
HoneydewStrawberryEucalyptusRosemaryFruityCandyMandarinHay
Property
| Property | Columbus | Gemini |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–18% | 6–10.4% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 3–4.28% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 31–32% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 32–33% |
| Humulene | 9–14% | 11–12% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 4–5% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |