CentennialvsYakima Cluster
Centennial (dual purpose) and Yakima Cluster (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Centennial
Alpha acid
7–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Yakima Cluster
Alpha acid
4.4–9.8%
Beta acid
3–6.1%
Total oil
0.24–0.9 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
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Yakima Cluster
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Centennial
PineCitrusGrapefruitTangerine
Only in Yakima Cluster
EarthySweetFruity
Property
| Property | Centennial | Yakima Cluster |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–12% | 4.4–9.8% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 3–6.1% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | 39–42% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 0.24–0.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 17–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | 6–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |