Columbus
Alpha acid
14–18%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Mistral
Alpha acid
6.5–8.5%
Beta acid
3.1–3.8%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Columbus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Mistral
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusFloral
Only in Columbus
EarthyBlack currantLicoriceCurrySpicyPungentDankCannabis
Only in Mistral
MelonGrapesWinePearPassion fruitKumquatMango
Property
| Property | Columbus | Mistral |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–18% | 6.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 3.1–3.8% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 29–39% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | 1–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 59–65% |
| Humulene | 9–14% | 9–13% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 3–4% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 2–4% |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |