Columbus
Alpha acid
14–18%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Paradigm
Alpha acid
8–11.7%
Beta acid
3.9–6.3%
Total oil
1.2–2.17 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
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Paradigm
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyDank
Only in Columbus
EarthyBlack currantLicoriceCurryCitrusFloralPungentCannabis
Only in Paradigm
HerbalStone fruitTropicalMelonCandyPapayaMintPearChamomile
Property
| Property | Columbus | Paradigm |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–18% | 8–11.7% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 3.9–6.3% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 34–35% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | 1.2–2.17 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 39–40% |
| Humulene | 9–14% | 4–5% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 3–4% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |