Columbus
Alpha acid
14–18%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Talus
Alpha acid
8.1–9.5%
Beta acid
8.3–10.2%
Total oil
1–2.7 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 Talus
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusFloral
Only in Columbus
EarthyBlack currantLicoriceCurrySpicyPungentDankCannabis
Only in Talus
GrapefruitRosePineResinTropicalSagePotpourriCreamStone fruitWoody
Property
| Property | Columbus | Talus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–18% | 8.1–9.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 8.3–10.2% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 34–39% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 9–14% | 16–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 9–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |