Pacific SunrisevsColumbus
Pacific Sunrise (bittering) and Columbus (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Pacific Sunrise
Alpha acid
12.5–14.5%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
New Zealand
Columbus
Alpha acid
14–18%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Pacific Sunrise
- 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
Floral
Only in Pacific Sunrise
WoodyPineLemonOrangeMangoMelon
Only in Columbus
EarthyBlack currantLicoriceCurrySpicyCitrusPungentDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Pacific Sunrise | Columbus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12.5–14.5% | 14–18% |
| Beta acid | 5–7% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 27–30% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.5 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 20–24% | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |