Mackinac
Alpha acid
9–14%
Beta acid
2.8–4%
Total oil
1.5–2.2 mL
United States
Columbus
Alpha acid
14–18%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Mackinac
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Columbus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- 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
CitrusSpicyFloralBlack currant
Only in Mackinac
TropicalMelonPapaya
Only in Columbus
EarthyLicoriceCurryPungentDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Mackinac | Columbus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–14% | 14–18% |
| Beta acid | 2.8–4% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.2 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–17% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 11–12% | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–5% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 1–2% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |