Paradigm
Alpha acid
8–11.7%
Beta acid
3.9–6.3%
Total oil
1.2–2.17 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 Paradigm
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Columbus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyDank
Only in Paradigm
HerbalStone fruitTropicalMelonCandyPapayaMintPearChamomile
Only in Columbus
EarthyBlack currantLicoriceCurryCitrusFloralPungentCannabis
Property
| Property | Paradigm | Columbus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–11.7% | 14–18% |
| Beta acid | 3.9–6.3% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 34–35% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 1.2–2.17 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–40% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 4–5% | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–4% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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