CentennialvsCluster
Centennial and Cluster are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Centennial
Alpha acid
7–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
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 Centennial
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- 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 Centennial
PineCitrusGrapefruitTangerine
Only in Cluster
EarthySweet
Property
| Property | Centennial | Cluster |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–12% | 5.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | 33–43% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | 38–46% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |