Columbus
Alpha acid
14–18%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Northdown
Alpha acid
7–10%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–2.5 mL
United States
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 Northdown
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyFloral
Only in Columbus
EarthyBlack currantLicoriceCurryCitrusPungentDankCannabis
Only in Northdown
PineCedarBerry
Property
| Property | Columbus | Northdown |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–18% | 7–10% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 4–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 24–32% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | 1.2–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 23–29% |
| Humulene | 9–14% | 40–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 13–17% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |