Cluster Fugget BlendvsCluster
Cluster Fugget Blend and Cluster are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Cluster Fugget Blend
Alpha acid
8–8.2%
Beta acid
4–4.2%
Total oil
0.9–1 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 Cluster Fugget Blend
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Cluster
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Earthy
Only in Cluster Fugget Blend
WoodyGrassySpicy
Only in Cluster
FloralSweet
Property
| Property | Cluster Fugget Blend | Cluster |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–8.2% | 5.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 4–4.2% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 30–37% | 33–43% |
| Total oil | 0.9–1 mL | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 26–27% | 38–46% |
| Humulene | 27–28% | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–12% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 1–2% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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