Columbus
Alpha acid
14–18%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Olicana
Alpha acid
7–9%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
-
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Columbus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Olicana
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Columbus
EarthyBlack currantLicoriceCurrySpicyCitrusPungentDankCannabis
Only in Olicana
GrapefruitMangoPassion fruit
Property
| Property | Columbus | Olicana |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–18% | 7–9% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 28–32% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 19–20% |
| Humulene | 9–14% | 8–9% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |