Bittering hop for IPA

[pennahighlandbrew]

I'm messing around with a new recipe tomorrow and I'm trying to decide between using a package of German Magnum or Columbus for my bittering hops. I've got enough of each where I can comfortably spare them, but I just want something smooth and in the background. I'm only planning to use one bittering addition at FWH/60 minutes, with everything else whirlpooled at flameout. My question to you all is this: should I use the ounce of Magnum or Columbus? I've used Columbus for bittering before, but I've heard Magnum is a good bittering hop, as well. Thanks in advance for the benefit of experience!

 

[Johow]

I like Magnum, seems to be a nice clean bittering hop. Also Nugget...

 

[catdaddy66]

Warrior, Magnum and Summit are my favorite bops to bitter. Very clean!

 

[gtibrews2]

Warrior /thread

 

[Brew_G]

I use Magnum for most of my bittering.

 

[dstockwell]

Magnum.

 

[ncsuwerewolf]

Both are good. As well chinook.

 

[te-wa]

use both.

 

[ALExanderH]

I usually don't use "bittering" hops for my IPA's... I prefer hops like Citra, Mosaic, Simcoe etc. which are all above 10% AA - for example, my last batch which is the best DIPA I've made. I used 200gr(7 ounces?) of Citra boiled for 9 minutes, gave me 89 IBU and then chill below 80° celsius(176 fahrenheit?) then lots in hop stand and then dryhop, gave me the bitterness I seek but more flavor and aroma

 

[arnobg]

Warrior.....or in your case. Magnum

 

[kev211]

Magnum. Great bittering hop. Super clean