Columbus
Alpha acid
14–18%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Yeoman
Alpha acid
12–16%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
1.7–2.4 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Columbus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Yeoman
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Columbus
EarthyBlack currantLicoriceCurrySpicyFloralPungentDankCannabis
Only in Yeoman
Noble
Property
| Property | Columbus | Yeoman |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–18% | 12–16% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 4–5% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 25% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | 1.7–2.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 47–49% |
| Humulene | 9–14% | 19–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 9–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |