Columbus
Alpha acid
14–18%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Kohatu
Alpha acid
6–7%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1–2 mL
New Zealand
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 Kohatu
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Columbus
EarthyBlack currantLicoriceCurrySpicyCitrusFloralPungentDankCannabis
Only in Kohatu
Tropical
Property
| Property | Columbus | Kohatu |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–18% | 6–7% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 20–25% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 25–30% |
| Humulene | 9–14% | 30–40% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 11–16% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |