ColumbusvsOld Mission
Columbus (dual purpose) and Old Mission (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Columbus
Alpha acid
14–18%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Old Mission
Alpha acid
4.33%
Beta acid
3.7%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Columbus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Old Mission
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Black currantSpicyCitrus
Only in Columbus
EarthyLicoriceCurryFloralPungentDankCannabis
Only in Old Mission
PineHerbalTart
Property
| Property | Columbus | Old Mission |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–18% | 4.33% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 3.7% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | - |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | - |
| Humulene | 9–14% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |