Falconer's FlightvsColumbus
Falconer's Flight (aroma) and Columbus (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Falconer's Flight
Alpha acid
9.5–12%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
1.4–3 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 Falconer's Flight
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Columbus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Falconer's Flight
TropicalGrapefruitLemonPine
Only in Columbus
EarthyBlack currantLicoriceCurrySpicyCitrusPungentDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Falconer's Flight | Columbus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.5–12% | 14–18% |
| Beta acid | 4–5% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 20–29% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 1.4–3 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 43–62% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 11–17% | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 1–2% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |