Sonnet
Alpha acid
2.6–7.4%
Beta acid
2–3.7%
Total oil
0.2–1 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 Sonnet
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Columbus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusFloralEarthy
Only in Sonnet
HoneysuckleSweetLemonGrassHoneyOak
Only in Columbus
Black currantLicoriceCurrySpicyPungentDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Sonnet | Columbus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.6–7.4% | 14–18% |
| Beta acid | 2–3.7% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | - | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 0.2–1 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 45–55% |
| Humulene | - | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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