Yakima ClustervsColumbus
Yakima Cluster (bittering) and Columbus (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Yakima Cluster
Alpha acid
4.4–9.8%
Beta acid
3–6.1%
Total oil
0.24–0.9 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 Yakima Cluster
- 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
EarthyFloral
Only in Yakima Cluster
SweetFruity
Only in Columbus
Black currantLicoriceCurrySpicyCitrusPungentDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Yakima Cluster | Columbus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.4–9.8% | 14–18% |
| Beta acid | 3–6.1% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 39–42% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 0.24–0.9 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 17–19% | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–7% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |