Omega
Alpha acid
9–10%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
-
United Kingdom
Columbus
Alpha acid
14–18%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Omega
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Columbus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Omega
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Only in Columbus
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Property
| Property | Omega | Columbus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–10% | 14–18% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 29% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | - | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 52–54% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 16–18% | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |