ZagravavsColumbus

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

Zagrava

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

4–7%

Beta acid

8–12%

Total oil

2–3 mL

Ukraine

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 Zagrava

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

When to pick Columbus

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

SpicyFloral

Only in Zagrava

HerbalFruity

Only in Columbus

EarthyBlack currantLicoriceCurryCitrusPungentDankCannabis

Property

PropertyZagravaColumbus
Alpha acid4–7%14–18%
Beta acid8–12%4.5–6%
Co-humulone24–28%28–35%
Total oil2–3 mL2.5–4.5 mL
Myrcene30–50%45–55%
Humulene14–16%9–14%
Caryophyllene7–8%6–10%
Farnesene12–18%0–1%
OriginUkraineUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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