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Columbus (CTZ)

Alpha Hop

Columbus is grouped commercially with Tomahawk and Zeus as CTZ because the three deliver closely comparable brewing performance and sensory character. Columbus (CTZ) is primarily a bittering hop, prized for efficient alpha delivery and dependable kettle performance.

Alpha Acids15.0-17.0 %
Beta Acids4.5-5.0 %
Total Oil2.5-3.5 mL/100g
OriginUSA

Variety Details

Columbus (CTZ) is a high-alpha American workhorse with pungent lemon and citrus, herbal spice, resin and a savory or vegetal edge. Its efficient bitterness supports early-kettle use, while late additions can create a forceful, dank and resinous signature. It is especially effective in West Coast IPA, double IPA, American stout, barleywine and other assertive styles.

Beers and Pellets were evaluated using our Sensory Plus™ Trained Panel. Beers were dry hopped in a standard 2-Row Pale Ale at 2lb/barrel for 72 hours.

Dominant Characteristics

  • Citrus
  • Spicy
  • Vegetal
  • Sweet Fruit

Analytical Data

Alpha Acids (%)*15.0-17.0
Beta Acids (%)4.5-5.0
Cohumulone (% of Alpha Acids)28-32
Total Oil (ml/100g)2.5-3.5
Myrcene (% of Total Oil)50-60
Humulene (% of Total Oil)12-18
Caryophyllene (% of Total Oil)9-11
Farnesene (% of Total Oil)< 1
Linalool (% of Total Oil)—
Total Polyphenols (%)—

*Oil composition determined by Gas Chromatography (ASBC Hops-17, EBC 7.1.2)

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Style Recommendations

  • IPA
  • Imperial IPA
  • American Pale Ale
  • Stout
  • Porter

Sensory Pairings

Available Formats

Lupocore pellets

Lupocore

Pellets designed to provide consistent hop aroma and flavor. LupoCORE concentrates essential oils and resins, maximizing hop impact.

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Lupomax

LupoMAX® pellets are designed with consistent alpha for reliable brewing performance and are HAAS Sensory Plus™ engineered for true-to-type hop flavor.

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