Herkules
Alpha acid
12–17%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.4–2.4 mL
Germany
Columbus
Alpha acid
14–18%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Herkules
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Columbus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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
Citrus
Only in Herkules
Melon
Only in Columbus
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Property
| Property | Herkules | Columbus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–17% | 14–18% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 32–38% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 1.4–2.4 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–50% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 30–45% | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–12% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |