NZH-107vsColumbus

NZH-107 and Columbus are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

NZH-107

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8–11%

Beta acid

5–7%

Total oil

1.4–2.2 mL

New Zealand

Columbus

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

14–18%

Beta acid

4.5–6%

Total oil

2.5–4.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick NZH-107

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

When to pick Columbus

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Citrus

Only in NZH-107

Passion fruitGrapefruit

Only in Columbus

EarthyBlack currantLicoriceCurrySpicyFloralPungentDankCannabis

Property

PropertyNZH-107Columbus
Alpha acid8–11%14–18%
Beta acid5–7%4.5–6%
Co-humulone27–31%28–35%
Total oil1.4–2.2 mL2.5–4.5 mL
Myrcene55–65%45–55%
Humulene7–10%9–14%
Caryophyllene4–8%6–10%
Farnesene4–7%0–1%
OriginNew ZealandUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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