Columbus
Alpha acid
14–18%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Progress
Alpha acid
5–7.5%
Beta acid
1.8–2.7%
Total oil
0.5–0.8 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Columbus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Progress
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Black currantFloral
Only in Columbus
EarthyLicoriceCurrySpicyCitrusPungentDankCannabis
Only in Progress
GrassyMintSweetHoneyFruity
Property
| Property | Columbus | Progress |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–18% | 5–7.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 1.8–2.7% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 25–27% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | 0.5–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 25–30% |
| Humulene | 9–14% | 40–47% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 12–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |