Akoya
Alpha acid
9–10%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
1.5–2 mL
Germany
Cluster
Alpha acid
5.5–9%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Akoya
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Cluster
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Akoya
TeaSpicyGreenPepper
Only in Cluster
FloralEarthySweet
Property
| Property | Akoya | Cluster |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–10% | 5.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 4–5% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 27–30% | 33–43% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2 mL | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 38–46% |
| Humulene | - | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Aurora