ChinookvsCluster Fugget Blend
Chinook and Cluster Fugget Blend are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Cluster Fugget Blend
Alpha acid
8–8.2%
Beta acid
4–4.2%
Total oil
0.9–1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Chinook
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Cluster Fugget Blend
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Chinook
PineResinGrapefruitDankCannabis
Only in Cluster Fugget Blend
EarthyWoodyGrassy
Property
| Property | Chinook | Cluster Fugget Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–15% | 8–8.2% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 4–4.2% |
| Co-humulone | 27–35% | 30–37% |
| Total oil | 1–2.7 mL | 0.9–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–30% | 26–27% |
| Humulene | 18–24% | 27–28% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | 11–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 1–2% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |