Hop Variety – Columbus

Pedigree: A descendant of Nugget
Brewing Usage: Bittering
Aroma: Pungent black pepper and licorice characteristics with subtle citrus overtones
Alpha Acids: 14.0 – 16.0%
Beta Acids: 4.0 – 5.0%
Co-Humulone: 30 – 35% of alpha acids
Storage Stability: ~52% alpha remaining after 6 months
Total Oil: 1.5 – 2.0 mL/100g
Myrcene: 40 – 50% of total oil
Humulene: 12 – 18% of total oil
Caryophyllene: 9 – 11% of total oil
Farnesene: <1% of total oil General Trade Perception: Excellent for dry hopping
Possible Substitutions: Chinook, Galena, Millennium, Nugget
Typical Beer Styles: Barley Wine, Lager, IPA, Pale Ale, Stout
Additional Information: Part of “CTZ” with Tomahawk and Zeus

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