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PropertyColumbusDual purposeNorthdownDual purpose
Alpha acid14–18%7–10%
Beta acid4.5–6%4–5.5%
Co-humulone28–35%24–32%
Total oil2.5–4.5 mL1.2–2.5 mL
Myrcene45–55%23–29%
Humulene9–14%40–45%
Caryophyllene6–10%13–17%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
AromasEarthy, Black currant, Licorice, Curry, Spicy, Citrus…Floral, Pine, Cedar, Berry, Spicy
SubstitutesCTZ, Tomahawk, Zeus, Centennial…Northern Brewer (US), Northern Brewer (GR), Target, Challenger…