Cluster Fugget BlendvsPacific Crest
Cluster Fugget Blend (dual purpose) and Pacific Crest (aroma) 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
Pacific Crest
Alpha acid
3.9%
Beta acid
3%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Cluster Fugget Blend
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Pacific Crest
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
EarthyGrassySpicy
Only in Cluster Fugget Blend
Woody
Only in Pacific Crest
NobleTobaccoFloralHerbalPine
Property
| Property | Cluster Fugget Blend | Pacific Crest |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–8.2% | 3.9% |
| Beta acid | 4–4.2% | 3% |
| Co-humulone | 30–37% | 27% |
| Total oil | 0.9–1 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 26–27% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 27–28% | 19–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–12% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 1–2% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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