HORT9909
Alpha acid
6–10%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
-
New Zealand
Columbus
Alpha acid
14–18%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick HORT9909
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
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyCitrusBlack currant
Only in HORT9909
LimeHaySweetLemonNoblePine
Only in Columbus
EarthyLicoriceCurryFloralPungentDankCannabis
Property
| Property | HORT9909 | Columbus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–10% | 14–18% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 27–29% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | - | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 49–51% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 11–13% | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–5% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |