Hop Variety – Columbia

posted May 1st, 2014 by Stan Hieronymus

Pedigree: A descendant of Fuggle and sister selection of Willamette
Brewing Usage: Aroma
Aroma: Subtle earth and mild fruit tones
Alpha Acids: 6.8 – 11.5%
Beta Acids: 2.9 – 5.6%
Co-Humulone: ~40% of alpha acids after 6 months
Storage Stability: Very good
Total Oil: 0.5 – 1.6 mL/100g
Myrcene: ~54.6% of total oil
Humulene: ~16.7% of total oil
Caryophyllene: ~7.3% of total oil
Farnesene: ~4.1% of total oil
General Trade Perception: Aroma characteristics are similar to Fuggle
Possible Substitutions: Fuggle
Typical Beer Styles: English-style Ales