Helga
Alpha acid
5.4–7.3%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
0.6–1 mL
Australia
Columbia
Alpha acid
5–9%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Helga
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Columbia
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Noble
Only in Helga
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Only in Columbia
PineappleLemonCitrusPungent
Property
| Property | Helga | Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.4–7.3% | 5–9% |
| Beta acid | 5–7% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 20–23% | 40% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 1–13% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 35–55% | 15–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–45% | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 3–5% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |