Junga
Alpha acid
10–14%
Beta acid
5–8%
Total oil
1.5–2.6 mL
Poland
Columbus
Alpha acid
14–18%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Junga
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
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
EarthySpicyBlack currant
Only in Junga
FruityGrapefruit
Only in Columbus
LicoriceCurryCitrusFloralPungentDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Junga | Columbus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–14% | 14–18% |
| Beta acid | 5–8% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 29–34% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.6 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 45–55% |
| Humulene | - | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Poland | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |