YeomanvsColumbus

Yeoman and Columbus are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Yeoman

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

12–16%

Beta acid

4–5%

Total oil

1.7–2.4 mL

United Kingdom

Columbus

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

14–18%

Beta acid

4.5–6%

Total oil

2.5–4.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Yeoman

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

When to pick Columbus

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Citrus

Only in Yeoman

Noble

Only in Columbus

EarthyBlack currantLicoriceCurrySpicyFloralPungentDankCannabis

Property

PropertyYeomanColumbus
Alpha acid12–16%14–18%
Beta acid4–5%4.5–6%
Co-humulone25%28–35%
Total oil1.7–2.4 mL2.5–4.5 mL
Myrcene47–49%45–55%
Humulene19–21%9–14%
Caryophyllene9–10%6–10%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited KingdomUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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