ColumbusvsPacific Crest
Columbus (dual purpose) and Pacific Crest (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
Pacific Crest
Alpha acid
3.9%
Beta acid
3%
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 Pacific Crest
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
EarthySpicyFloral
Only in Columbus
Black currantLicoriceCurryCitrusPungentDankCannabis
Only in Pacific Crest
NobleTobaccoGrassyHerbalPine
Property
| Property | Columbus | Pacific Crest |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–18% | 3.9% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 3% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 27% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 9–14% | 19–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |