Columbus
Alpha acid
14–18%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Motueka
Alpha acid
5–8.5%
Beta acid
5–5.5%
Total oil
0.8–1 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Columbus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Motueka
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusFloral
Only in Columbus
EarthyBlack currantLicoriceCurrySpicyPungentDankCannabis
Only in Motueka
MojitoLimeLemonTropical
Property
| Property | Columbus | Motueka |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–18% | 5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 25–35% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | 0.8–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 47–48% |
| Humulene | 9–14% | 3–4% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 1–3% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 12–13% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |