Ekuanot
Alpha acid
13–15.5%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
2–4.5 mL
United States
Columbus
Alpha acid
14–18%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Ekuanot
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Columbus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Ekuanot
LemonLimeOrangeTropicalBerryPapayaAppleSageEucalyptusHerbalMelonGuava
Only in Columbus
EarthyBlack currantLicoriceCurrySpicyFloralPungentDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Ekuanot | Columbus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–15.5% | 14–18% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 31–38% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 2–4.5 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 12–20% | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–12% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |