Bergamot
Alpha acid
8–10.7%
Beta acid
6–8.9%
Total oil
-
United States
Cluster
Alpha acid
5.5–9%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Bergamot
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Cluster
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Bergamot
OrangeMangoDankCherryZestLemongrassLimeJuniperTropicalPepper
Only in Cluster
EarthySweet
Property
| Property | Bergamot | Cluster |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–10.7% | 5.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 6–8.9% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 39–40% | 33–43% |
| Total oil | - | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 44–45% | 38–46% |
| Humulene | 14–15% | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–10% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |