Dana
Alpha acid
7.2–13%
Beta acid
2.7–6%
Total oil
0.9–1.6 mL
Slovenia
Columbus
Alpha acid
14–18%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Dana
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Columbus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralCitrus
Only in Dana
Pine
Only in Columbus
EarthyBlack currantLicoriceCurrySpicyPungentDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Dana | Columbus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.2–13% | 14–18% |
| Beta acid | 2.7–6% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 22–31% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 0.9–1.6 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–53% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 20–27% | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–8% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 6–9% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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