Cluster Fugget BlendvsLiberty
Cluster Fugget Blend (dual purpose) and Liberty (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Cluster Fugget Blend
Alpha acid
8–8.2%
Beta acid
4–4.2%
Total oil
0.9–1 mL
United States
Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Cluster Fugget Blend
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Liberty
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Cluster Fugget Blend
EarthyWoodyGrassy
Only in Liberty
NobleFloralHerbalDelicateCitrusLemon
Property
| Property | Cluster Fugget Blend | Liberty |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–8.2% | 3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–4.2% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 30–37% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 0.9–1 mL | 0.6–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 26–27% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 27–28% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–12% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 1–2% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
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