ColumbusvsSouthern Aroma
Columbus (dual purpose) and Southern Aroma (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
Southern Aroma
Alpha acid
3.6–7.3%
Beta acid
5.4–6%
Total oil
0.6–0.8 mL
South Africa
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
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Southern Aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Black currantFloral
Only in Columbus
EarthyLicoriceCurrySpicyCitrusPungentDankCannabis
Only in Southern Aroma
HayHerbalStrawNoble
Property
| Property | Columbus | Southern Aroma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–18% | 3.6–7.3% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 5.4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 19–25% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | 0.6–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 17–28% |
| Humulene | 9–14% | 22–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 13–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | South Africa |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |