Cluster Fugget BlendvsAmarillo

Cluster Fugget Blend (dual purpose) and Amarillo (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Cluster Fugget Blend

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8–8.2%

Beta acid

4–4.2%

Total oil

0.9–1 mL

United States

Amarillo

Aroma

Alpha acid

7–11%

Beta acid

5.5–8%

Total oil

1–2.3 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Cluster Fugget Blend

  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Amarillo

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Spicy

Only in Cluster Fugget Blend

EarthyWoodyGrassy

Only in Amarillo

FloralTropicalCitrusOrangeLemonMelonApricotPeachGrapefruitDank

Property

PropertyCluster Fugget BlendAmarillo
Alpha acid8–8.2%7–11%
Beta acid4–4.2%5.5–8%
Co-humulone30–37%21–24%
Total oil0.9–1 mL1–2.3 mL
Myrcene26–27%40–70%
Humulene27–28%19–24%
Caryophyllene11–12%7–10%
Farnesene1–2%6–9%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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