Columbus
Alpha acid
14–18%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Petoskey
Alpha acid
12.1%
Beta acid
6.16%
Total oil
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United States
Key differences
When to pick Columbus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Petoskey
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralPungent
Only in Columbus
EarthyBlack currantLicoriceCurrySpicyCitrusDankCannabis
Only in Petoskey
Pineapple
Property
| Property | Columbus | Petoskey |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–18% | 12.1% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 6.16% |
| 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 |