Marynka
Alpha acid
7.5–12%
Beta acid
10–13%
Total oil
1.8–3.3 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 Marynka
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Columbus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
LicoriceEarthyCitrus
Only in Marynka
HayLemonGrapefruitAniseHerbal
Only in Columbus
Black currantCurrySpicyFloralPungentDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Marynka | Columbus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.5–12% | 14–18% |
| Beta acid | 10–13% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 26–33% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 1.8–3.3 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 28–31% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 33–36% | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–13% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 1–3% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Poland | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |