Hallertau TaurusvsColumbus
Hallertau Taurus and Columbus are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Hallertau Taurus
Alpha acid
12–17.9%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
0.9–1.5 mL
United Kingdom
Columbus
Alpha acid
14–18%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Hallertau Taurus
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
SpicyCurryEarthy
Only in Hallertau Taurus
ChocolateBananaPepper
Only in Columbus
Black currantLicoriceCitrusFloralPungentDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Hallertau Taurus | Columbus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–17.9% | 14–18% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 20–25% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 0.9–1.5 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 29–31% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 30–31% | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–9% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Hallertau Tradition