Tahoma
Alpha acid
7–8.2%
Beta acid
8.5–9.5%
Total oil
1–2 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 Tahoma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
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
CitrusSpicy
Only in Tahoma
LemonGrapefruitCedarPineOrangeWoody
Only in Columbus
EarthyBlack currantLicoriceCurryFloralPungentDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Tahoma | Columbus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–8.2% | 14–18% |
| Beta acid | 8.5–9.5% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 15–17% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 1–2 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 67–72% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 9–11% | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–4% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |