Columbus
Alpha acid
14–18%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Tomahawk
Alpha acid
15–17.5%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Columbus
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Tomahawk
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Black currantLicoriceCurryCitrus
Only in Columbus
EarthySpicyFloralPungentDankCannabis
Only in Tomahawk
Onion
Property
| Property | Columbus | Tomahawk |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–18% | 15–17.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 9–14% | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |