Columbus
Alpha acid
14–18%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Herald
Alpha acid
9–13%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
1–1.9 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Columbus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Herald
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Columbus
EarthyBlack currantLicoriceCurrySpicyFloralPungentDankCannabis
Only in Herald
OrangeGrapefruitClean
Property
| Property | Columbus | Herald |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–18% | 9–13% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 4.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 35–37% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | 1–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 39–41% |
| Humulene | 9–14% | 14–16% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |